Stork

Stork Baking Block

Barcode 8719200088986

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Yes — Stork Baking Block is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and flavourings, which are additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

vegetable oils in varying proportions (75%) (rapeseed, palm, sunflower)
OK

water

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

salt (1,4%)
OK

emulsifier (mono and diglycerides of fatty ocids)
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

vitamin a and d

A fortified food additive consisting of fat-soluble vitamins A and D, often added to dairy, cereals, and spreads for nutritional enhancement.
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.

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Common questions about Stork Baking Block

Is Stork Baking Block ultra-processed?

Yes — Stork Baking Block by Stork is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and flavourings, which are additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Stork Baking Block are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Stork Baking Block as ultra-processed markers: citric acid, flavourings. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Stork Baking Block?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including lurpak plant based by Lurpak, Vegetable spread by I Can't Believe It's not Butter, Vioblock by Violife. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

Stork Baking Block

Ingredients

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Common questions about Stork Baking Block

Is Stork Baking Block ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Stork Baking Block are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Stork Baking Block?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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