Soreen

Sliced Malt Loaf

Barcode 5088722225852

Scanned 84 times by Nomi users

Yes — Sliced Malt Loaf is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including partially inverted sugar syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup), colour E150c (caramel colour), palm oil (a highly refined oil), barley malt extract (an industrial flavouring extract), and the preservative calcium propionate. The presence of these ingredients meets the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

fortified _wheat_ flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin (b3), thiamin (b1))
OK

water

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

raisins (14%)
OK

partially inverted sugar syrup (partially inverted sugar syrup, colour: e150c)
OK

maize starch

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

malted _barley_ flour (5%)
OK

_barley_ malt extract (4.4%)
UPF

vegetable fat (rapeseed and palm)

A blend of vegetable oils/fats, including palm oil, used for fat content and texture.
OK

rice starch

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

salt

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

yeast

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

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Common questions about Sliced Malt Loaf

Is Sliced Malt Loaf ultra-processed?

Yes — Sliced Malt Loaf by Soreen is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including partially inverted sugar syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup), colour E150c (caramel colour), palm oil (a highly refined oil), barley malt extract (an industrial flavouring extract), and the preservative calcium propionate. The presence of these ingredients meets the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Sliced Malt Loaf are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Sliced Malt Loaf as ultra-processed markers: vegetable fat (rapeseed and palm), 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?

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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.