Lotus

Lotus Biscoff XL - 250g

Barcode 5410126016147

Yes — Lotus Biscoff XL - 250g is ultra-processed.

The product contains palm oil, a pre-identified UPF ingredient, which mandates classifying it as ultra-processed according to the given rules. Additionally, it includes industrial ingredients like candy sugar syrup and generic vegetable oils, supporting the UPF classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat

A staple cereal grain used in foods; a basic ingredient in flour, bread, and many products.
OK

flour

Fine powder obtained by grinding cereal grains; commonly refers to wheat flour in many contexts.
OK

sugar

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

vegetable oils

A broad category of edible fats derived from plant sources, used for cooking and frying. Includes oils such as soybean, canola, sunflower, corn, etc.
UPF

candy sugar syrup

A syrup made from refined sugars; typically industrially produced and used as a sweetener in confections and baked goods.
OK

raising agent
OK

soy flour

A basic single-ingredient flour made from soybeans, used as a gluten-free flour option with high protein content.
OK

salt

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

cinnamon

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

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.

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Common questions about Lotus Biscoff XL - 250g

Is Lotus Biscoff XL - 250g ultra-processed?

Yes — Lotus Biscoff XL - 250g by Lotus is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains palm oil, a pre-identified UPF ingredient, which mandates classifying it as ultra-processed according to the given rules. Additionally, it includes industrial ingredients like candy sugar syrup and generic vegetable oils, supporting the UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Lotus Biscoff XL - 250g are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Lotus Biscoff XL - 250g as ultra-processed markers: candy sugar syrup, palm oil. 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.