Rama,Upfield

Plant-based butter

Barcode 8719200265097

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Plant-based butter is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sunflower lecithin (an emulsifier) and natural aroma (flavouring), which are industrial additives according to NOVA criteria.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

vegetable oils (sunflower, rapeseed in various proportions)
OK

coconut fat

Fat sourced from coconuts, commonly used as a cooking oil or fat in various preparations.
OK

drinking water
OK

broad bean preparation
UPF

sunflower lecithin

A natural phospholipid emulsifier derived from sunflower seeds, used to improve texture, blend fats and water, and stabilize emulsions in foods.
UPF

natural aroma

A flavoring derived from natural sources used to impart aroma and taste to foods; considered a flavoring agent.
OK

coloring (carotenes)

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Common questions about Plant-based butter

Is Plant-based butter ultra-processed?

Yes — Plant-based butter by Rama,Upfield is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sunflower lecithin (an emulsifier) and natural aroma (flavouring), which are industrial additives according to NOVA criteria.

Which ingredients in Plant-based butter are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Plant-based butter as ultra-processed markers: sunflower lecithin, natural aroma. 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.