Cadbury

Fudge

Barcode 57030609

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — Fudge is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to NOVA. Specifically: glucose syrup (an industrially extracted/refined sugar), palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), emulsifiers (lecithins, E471 mono- and diglycerides, E442), flavourings, and stabiliser (E509). It also includes skimmed milk powder, which is a processed dairy ingredient. These industrial formulations and additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients, so the product is ultra-processed.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
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.
OK

cocoa butter

A fat extracted from cocoa beans, used in chocolate, cosmetics, and baking as a fat component.
OK

cocoa mass

Ground or melted cocoa beans; pure cocoa solids used for chocolate making.
OK

whey powder

Dairy-derived protein powder from whey, commonly used in supplements and baked goods.
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

whey permeate powder

Dairy byproduct derived from whey processing, containing lactose, minerals and trace amounts of protein; used as a food ingredient in dairy products and baked goods.
OK

milk fat

Dairy fat from milk, a basic culinary fat used in dairy products and cooking.
OK

emulsifiers (lecithins, e471, e442)
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

sodium carbonate

An acidity regulator and leavening/prevention agent in foods; a basic inorganic salt often used to adjust pH.
OK

salt

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

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
OK

stabiliser (e509)

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Common questions about Fudge

Is Fudge ultra-processed?

Yes — Fudge by Cadbury is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to NOVA. Specifically: glucose syrup (an industrially extracted/refined sugar), palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), emulsifiers (lecithins, E471 mono- and diglycerides, E442), flavourings, and stabiliser (E509). It also includes skimmed milk powder, which is a processed dairy ingredient. These industrial formulations and additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients, so the product is ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Fudge are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Fudge as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, palm oil, flavourings, citric acid. 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.