Tesco

Mince Pies

Barcode 5059697714665

Scanned 5 times by Nomi users

Yes — Mince Pies is ultra-processed.

The product contains palm oil, which is classified here as an ultra-processed ingredient. Therefore, the overall product is considered ultra-processed (UPF) according to the NOVA-based criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

mincemeat 47%
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

butter 15%
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

raising agents

A generic term for leavening agents used to make dough rise (e.g., baking powder, baking soda). These are basic food additives or ingredients in baking.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.

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Common questions about Mince Pies

Is Mince Pies ultra-processed?

Yes — Mince Pies by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains palm oil, which is classified here as an ultra-processed ingredient. Therefore, the overall product is considered ultra-processed (UPF) according to the NOVA-based criteria.

Which ingredients in Mince Pies are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Mince Pies as an ultra-processed marker: palm oil. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.