Oaties Salted Caramel

Barcode 5060545680582

Yes — Oaties Salted Caramel is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, an extracted flavour additive considered UPF under the NOVA classification guidance. The other ingredients are primarily minimally processed foods or basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

gluten-free wholegrain oats with dates

A mixture including gluten-free oats and dried dates, commonly used as a cereal or baking ingredient.
OK

vine fruits (raisin and sultana)

Dried grapes: raisins and sultanas, used as snacks or in baking and cereals.
OK

date syrup

A traditional sweet syrup produced by concentrating date fruits. Thick, amber syrup with a caramel-like flavor, used as a natural sweetener.
OK

chicory root fibre

Dietary fibre derived from chicory roots (inulin or inulin-like fibre).
OK

apple concentrate

Concentrated apple juice or puree used as a sweetener or flavoring in foods.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

salt

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.

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Common questions about Oaties Salted Caramel

Is Oaties Salted Caramel ultra-processed?

Yes — Oaties Salted Caramel is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, an extracted flavour additive considered UPF under the NOVA classification guidance. The other ingredients are primarily minimally processed foods or basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Oaties Salted Caramel are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Oaties Salted Caramel as an ultra-processed marker: natural 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.