Doreen, Soreen

Soreen apple lunchbox loaf

Barcode 5088722225524

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Yes — Soreen apple lunchbox loaf is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. Specifically: fructo-glucose syrup and glucose syrup (industrially extracted refined sugars), palm fat and palm oil (highly processed refined oils), gelling agent: pectin (industrial additive), flavourings (industrial flavour additives), and preservative: calcium propionate (industrial preservative). Pre-identified UPF ingredients flavourings and preservative: calcium propionate are present and directly contribute to UPF classification.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

fortified wheat flour

A basic flour enriched with added vitamins and minerals (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin). Used as a staple baking ingredient.
OK

water

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

sugar

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

sweetened apple flavoured pieces (9%) (fructo-glucose syrup, concentrated apple puree, glucose syrup, glycerine, sugar, wheat fibre, palm fat, gelling agent: pectin, acidity regulator: citric acid, falouring, antioxidant: ascorbic acid)
OK

maize starch

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

apple puree (4%)
UPF

vegetable fats (rapeseed and palm)

A blend of vegetable fats derived from rapeseed (canola) and palm oil/fats, used for cooking or as shortening.
OK

malted barley flour

Flour milled from malted barley, a basic cereal ingredient used in baking and brewing.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

salt

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

calcium propionate

Calcium propionate is a synthetic calcium salt used as a preservative to prevent mold and extend shelf life in baked goods and some dairy products.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.

Common questions about Soreen apple lunchbox loaf

Is Soreen apple lunchbox loaf ultra-processed?

Yes — Soreen apple lunchbox loaf by Doreen, Soreen is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. Specifically: fructo-glucose syrup and glucose syrup (industrially extracted refined sugars), palm fat and palm oil (highly processed refined oils), gelling agent: pectin (industrial additive), flavourings (industrial flavour additives), and preservative: calcium propionate (industrial preservative). Pre-identified UPF ingredients flavourings and preservative: calcium propionate are present and directly contribute to UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Soreen apple lunchbox loaf are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Soreen apple lunchbox loaf as ultra-processed markers: vegetable fats (rapeseed and palm), flavourings, calcium propionate. 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.