Schär

Spekulatius

Barcode 8008698032114

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Yes — Spekulatius is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations including palm fat (palmfett – a highly refined oil considered UPF per guidance), modified corn starch (modifizierte Maisstärke – an industrially processed starch used as a texturizer), and natural aromas/flavourings (natürliche Aromen – extracted and formulated flavor additives). These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

corn flour

Fine flour milled from maize, used for baking, thickening, and coating foods.
OK

sugar

A basic white sugar; granulated sucrose derived from sugar cane or beet.
OK

palmfett
OK

maisstärke
OK

zuckerrübensirup
OK

linsenmehl
OK

lupinenmehl
OK

zimt 1
OK

3 %
OK

gewürzmischung
OK

modifizierte maisstärke
OK

reisstärke
OK

natürliche aromen naturel
OK

backtriebmittel: natriumhydrogencarbonat
OK

ammoniumhydrogencarbonat
OK

salt

Common basic food ingredient consisting of sodium chloride used for seasoning and preservation.

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Common questions about Spekulatius

Is Spekulatius ultra-processed?

Yes — Spekulatius by Schär is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations including palm fat (palmfett – a highly refined oil considered UPF per guidance), modified corn starch (modifizierte Maisstärke – an industrially processed starch used as a texturizer), and natural aromas/flavourings (natürliche Aromen – extracted and formulated flavor additives). These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed category 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.