Arnott's

Salada Original

Barcode 9310072001524

Scanned 18 times by Nomi users

Yes — Salada Original is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains malt extract, an industrially processed flavoring ingredient. According to NOVA, the presence of such industrial extracts makes the overall product UPF, even though the other ingredients (wheat flour, vegetable oil, salt, yeast, baking powder, sugar) are basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

vegetable oil

A basic culinary oil extracted from various plant sources used for cooking and frying.
OK

salt

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

baking powder

Leavening agent typically containing baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), cream of tartar, and sometimes starch or other stabilizers; a common basic food additive.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

malt extract (from barley)

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Common questions about Salada Original

Is Salada Original ultra-processed?

Yes — Salada Original by Arnott's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains malt extract, an industrially processed flavoring ingredient. According to NOVA, the presence of such industrial extracts makes the overall product UPF, even though the other ingredients (wheat flour, vegetable oil, salt, yeast, baking powder, sugar) are basic culinary ingredients.

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.