Lurpak

Butter

Barcode 5740900404496

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No — Butter is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are butter (milk), lactic culture (milk), and salt. These are basic, traditional ingredients with no industrial additives such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners, or refined industrial sugars. Therefore, this butter is not classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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butter (milk)

A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
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lactic culture (milk)

A culture of lactic acid bacteria used to ferment milk products (e.g., yogurt, cheese).
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salt

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

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Common questions about Butter

Is Butter ultra-processed?

No — Butter by Lurpak is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are butter (milk), lactic culture (milk), and salt. These are basic, traditional ingredients with no industrial additives such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners, or refined industrial sugars. Therefore, this butter is not classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

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.