Cadbury

Roses

Barcode 7622201734862

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Yes — Roses is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. Specifically, glucose syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, and vegetable fats (palm, shea) are refined industrial ingredients. It also contains multiple emulsifiers (E442, soya lecithins, E471, E476) and flavourings, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
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.
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.
UPF

vegetable fats (palm, shea)

A blend of tropical vegetable fats, commonly used for baking and confectionery applications; includes palm oil and shea fat.
OK

whey powder (from milk)

Dairy-derived powder from whey, containing lactose, proteins and minerals; common protein supplement and ingredient in dairy products.
UPF

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

hazelnuts

Edible nuts from Corylus trees, rich in fat, protein, and micronutrients; commonly roasted or eaten raw as a snack or used in baking and confectionery.
UPF

emulsifiers (e442, soy lecithins, e471, e476)

A blend of food emulsifiers and additives (including soy lecithin and specified E-numbers) used to stabilize emulsions in processed foods.
OK

glycerol (humectant)

Glycerol (glycerine) used as a humectant to retain moisture in foods; a simple, mono- and polyalcohol.
OK

fat-reduced cocoa powder

Cocoa powder with reduced fat content, produced by removing part of the fat from cocoa beans. Used to provide chocolate flavor with less fat.
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.
OK

molasses

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
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

sodium carbonate

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

colours (anthocyanins, paprika extract)

Plant-derived food coloring comprising natural pigments: anthocyanins (various fruits/vegetables) and paprika extract, used to impart red to purple hues in foods.

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Common questions about Roses

Is Roses ultra-processed?

Yes — Roses by Cadbury 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. Specifically, glucose syrup, glucose-fructose syrup, and vegetable fats (palm, shea) are refined industrial ingredients. It also contains multiple emulsifiers (E442, soya lecithins, E471, E476) and flavourings, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Roses are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Roses as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, vegetable fats (palm, shea), glucose-fructose syrup, emulsifiers (e442, soy lecithins, e471, e476), flavourings, citric acid, colours (anthocyanins, paprika extract). 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.