Cadbury

Brunch Bar Light, Orange

Barcode 7622202030192

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Yes — Brunch Bar Light, Orange is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list is valid and includes several ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to the NOVA classification. Specifically, it contains glucose syrup and dextrose (industrially refined sugars), stabiliser (sorbitol syrup) and humectant (glycerol), vegetable fats including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), emulsifiers (soya lecithins, E471, E476), barley malt extract (an industrial flavour enhancer), flavouring, and skimmed milk powder. Additionally, skimmed milk powder and dextrose are pre-identified UPF ingredients. The presence of these industrial formulations and additives makes the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

oat flakes (33 %)
UPF

oligofructose

A short-chain fructooligosaccharide used as a sweetener or fiber additive; an isolated carbohydrate produced industrially.
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

rice flour (5.5 %)
OK

stabiliser (sorbitol syrup)
OK

whole grain wheat flour (4.5 %)
OK

glycerol (humectant)

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

honey (1.5 %)
OK

orange zest (1.5%)
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

Skimmed Milk Powder

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

wheat starch

Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.
OK

wheat bran

Outer layer of the wheat kernel, high in fiber and nutrients, commonly used as a baking or cereal ingredient.
OK

whey powder (from milk)

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

emulsifiers (soya lecithins, e471, e476)
OK

milk fat

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

molasses

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

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

salt

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

orange oil

Essential oil derived from orange peels used for flavor; highly concentrated aroma compound.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Brunch Bar Light, Orange

Is Brunch Bar Light, Orange ultra-processed?

Yes — Brunch Bar Light, Orange by Cadbury is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list is valid and includes several ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to the NOVA classification. Specifically, it contains glucose syrup and dextrose (industrially refined sugars), stabiliser (sorbitol syrup) and humectant (glycerol), vegetable fats including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), emulsifiers (soya lecithins, E471, E476), barley malt extract (an industrial flavour enhancer), flavouring, and skimmed milk powder. Additionally, skimmed milk powder and dextrose are pre-identified UPF ingredients. The presence of these industrial formulations and additives makes the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Brunch Bar Light, Orange are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Brunch Bar Light, Orange as ultra-processed markers: oligofructose, glucose syrup, vegetable fats (palm, shea), Barley Malt Extract, dextrose, flavouring. 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.