Flapjax

Flapjack

Barcode 5060006203411

Scanned 21 times by Nomi users

Yes — Flapjack is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because the ingredients include refined industrial sugars (partially inverted sugar syrup, glucose syrup), palm oil in margarine, industrial emulsifiers (polyglycerol esters of fatty acids E475), and unspecified flavouring. These additives and industrial formulations classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

oats (51%) margarine (vegetable oil (palm; rapeseed))
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 acids e475)
OK

colours (curcumin e100)
OK

annatto bixin e160b (i)
OK

flavouring partially inverted sugar syrup cane molasses glucose syrup sugar

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Common questions about Flapjack

Is Flapjack ultra-processed?

Yes — Flapjack by Flapjax is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because the ingredients include refined industrial sugars (partially inverted sugar syrup, glucose syrup), palm oil in margarine, industrial emulsifiers (polyglycerol esters of fatty acids E475), and unspecified flavouring. These additives and industrial formulations classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

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.