Orange Raisin Cake

Barcode 5063334017149

Yes — Orange Raisin Cake is ultra-processed.

The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including invert sugar syrup (industrially processed sugar syrup), xanthan gum (industrial thickener/stabiliser), hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (industrial stabiliser) and bamboo fibre (industrial fibre additive). Therefore it must be classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

sultanas

Dried grapes (sultanas), a sweet dried fruit often used in cereals and baking.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

maize starch

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

rice starch

Starch derived from rice used as a thickener or anti-caking agent in foods.
OK

orange peel (3%)
OK

psyllium husk powder

Soluble dietary fiber from Plantago ovata husks used as a thickener and bulking agent.
UPF

invert sugar syrup

A refined sugar syrup produced by hydrolyzing sucrose into glucose and fructose; a processed sweetener often used in foods.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

stabilisers: hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose
UPF

xanthan gum

A microbial polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabilizer; widely used food additive.
UPF

bamboo fibre

Plant-based fiber extracted from bamboo, used as a texture-improving ingredient or functional fiber in foods.
UPF

glycerol (glycerin)

A sugar alcohol used as a humectant, solvent, and sweetener in foods; often added to retain moisture.
OK

dried egg white (egg white powder)

Powdered form of egg white used as a protein source, leavening aid, and binder in foods.
OK

raisins juice concentrate
OK

salt

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

orange juice concentrate

Juice from oranges with water removed to concentrate sugars and flavors.
OK

cinnamon

A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
OK

ginger powder

Ground dried ginger root, a common spice and flavoring. Not UPF as a basic spice/ingredient.

Common questions about Orange Raisin Cake

Is Orange Raisin Cake ultra-processed?

Yes — Orange Raisin Cake is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including invert sugar syrup (industrially processed sugar syrup), xanthan gum (industrial thickener/stabiliser), hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose (industrial stabiliser) and bamboo fibre (industrial fibre additive). Therefore it must be classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Which ingredients in Orange Raisin Cake are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Orange Raisin Cake as ultra-processed markers: invert sugar syrup, xanthan gum, bamboo fibre, glycerol (glycerin). 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.