Tan y Castell

y Castell Welshcakes

Barcode 5060001830001

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Yes — y Castell Welshcakes is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives/emulsifiers and flavorings, specifically: polyglycerol esters of fatty acids (emulsifier), unspecified flavouring, and refined palm fat in margarine. These ingredients fall under NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat grain, typically refined into a fine powder and often enriched with minerals (calcium carbonate, iron) and vitamins (niacin).
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

margarine (palm fat, rapeseed oil)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

salt

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

emulsifier (polyglycerol esters of fatty acid)
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

colours (annatto bixin, curcumin)
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

mixed vine fruits (sultanas and currants) (14%)
OK

pasteurised egg

A basic animal-derived food ingredient from eggs. Used as a protein source in dishes.
OK

raising agents (disodium diphosphate, potassium hydrogen carbonate) (wheat)
OK

lemon juice (sulphites)

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Common questions about y Castell Welshcakes

Is y Castell Welshcakes ultra-processed?

Yes — y Castell Welshcakes by Tan y Castell is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives/emulsifiers and flavorings, specifically: polyglycerol esters of fatty acids (emulsifier), unspecified flavouring, and refined palm fat in margarine. These ingredients fall under NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in y Castell Welshcakes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in y Castell Welshcakes as an ultra-processed marker: flavouring. 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.