Bertolli

Butter

Barcode 8719200070714

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Yes — Butter is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA group 4: emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, lecithin) and natural flavourings, as well as refined palm oil, which is a highly processed oil.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

vegetable oils (rapeseed, palm, olive (10%))
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

salt (1,1%)
OK

buttermilk (milk)
OK

emulsifiers (mono - , diglycerides of fatty acids, lecithin)
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
OK

vitamins a
OK

d (vitamin d)

Vitamin D used as a fortifying nutrient in foods or supplements.
OK

upfield supports sustainable palm oil
OK

contains olive oil and monounsaturated fats

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Common questions about Butter

Is Butter ultra-processed?

Yes — Butter by Bertolli is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA group 4: emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, lecithin) and natural flavourings, as well as refined palm oil, which is a highly processed oil.

Which ingredients in Butter are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Butter as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavourings. 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.