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Iced Finger Buns - Waitrose

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Iced Finger Buns - Waitrose

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Barcode: 5000169086896 (EAN / EAN-13)

Brands: Waitrose, Essential Waitrose

Categories: Snacks, Sweet snacks, Biscuits and cakes, Pastries

Stores: Waitrose

Countries where sold: United Kingdom

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Ingredients

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    33 ingredients

    Wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), sugar, water, palm oil (certified sustainable), pasteurised free range egg, invert sugar syrup, rapeseed oil, lactose (milk), raising agents (diphosphates, sodium bicarbonate), yeast, emulsifiers (mono - and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids, citric acid esters of mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids, polysorbate 60), salt, flavourings, gelling agent (agar), preservative (potassium sorbate), acidity regulator (citric acid), colour (carotenes), flour treatment agent (ascorbic acid)
    Allergens: Gluten, Milk

Food processing

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    Ultra processed foods

    Elements that indicate the product is in the 4 - Ultra processed food and drink products group:

    • Additive: E160a - Carotene
    • Additive: E406 - Agar
    • Additive: E435 - Polyoxyethylene sorbitan monostearate
    • Additive: E450 - Diphosphates
    • Additive: E472c - Citric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids
    • Additive: E472e - Mono- and diacetyltartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids
    • Ingredient: Colour
    • Ingredient: Emulsifier
    • Ingredient: Flavouring
    • Ingredient: Gelling agent
    • Ingredient: Invert sugar
    • Ingredient: Lactose

    Food products are classified into 4 groups according to their degree of processing:

    1. Unprocessed or minimally processed foods
    2. Processed culinary ingredients
    3. Processed foods
    4. Ultra processed foods

    The determination of the group is based on the category of the product and on the ingredients it contains.

    → Learn more about the NOVA classification

Additives

  • E160a - Carotene

    Carotene: The term carotene -also carotin, from the Latin carota, "carrot"- is used for many related unsaturated hydrocarbon substances having the formula C40Hx, which are synthesized by plants but in general cannot be made by animals -with the exception of some aphids and spider mites which acquired the synthesizing genes from fungi-. Carotenes are photosynthetic pigments important for photosynthesis. Carotenes contain no oxygen atoms. They absorb ultraviolet, violet, and blue light and scatter orange or red light, and -in low concentrations- yellow light. Carotenes are responsible for the orange colour of the carrot, for which this class of chemicals is named, and for the colours of many other fruits, vegetables and fungi -for example, sweet potatoes, chanterelle and orange cantaloupe melon-. Carotenes are also responsible for the orange -but not all of the yellow- colours in dry foliage. They also -in lower concentrations- impart the yellow coloration to milk-fat and butter. Omnivorous animal species which are relatively poor converters of coloured dietary carotenoids to colourless retinoids have yellowed-coloured body fat, as a result of the carotenoid retention from the vegetable portion of their diet. The typical yellow-coloured fat of humans and chickens is a result of fat storage of carotenes from their diets. Carotenes contribute to photosynthesis by transmitting the light energy they absorb to chlorophyll. They also protect plant tissues by helping to absorb the energy from singlet oxygen, an excited form of the oxygen molecule O2 which is formed during photosynthesis. β-Carotene is composed of two retinyl groups, and is broken down in the mucosa of the human small intestine by β-carotene 15‚15'-monooxygenase to retinal, a form of vitamin A. β-Carotene can be stored in the liver and body fat and converted to retinal as needed, thus making it a form of vitamin A for humans and some other mammals. The carotenes α-carotene and γ-carotene, due to their single retinyl group -β-ionone ring-, also have some vitamin A activity -though less than β-carotene-, as does the xanthophyll carotenoid β-cryptoxanthin. All other carotenoids, including lycopene, have no beta-ring and thus no vitamin A activity -although they may have antioxidant activity and thus biological activity in other ways-. Animal species differ greatly in their ability to convert retinyl -beta-ionone- containing carotenoids to retinals. Carnivores in general are poor converters of dietary ionone-containing carotenoids. Pure carnivores such as ferrets lack β-carotene 15‚15'-monooxygenase and cannot convert any carotenoids to retinals at all -resulting in carotenes not being a form of vitamin A for this species-; while cats can convert a trace of β-carotene to retinol, although the amount is totally insufficient for meeting their daily retinol needs.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E202 - Potassium sorbate

    Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic food preservative commonly used to extend the shelf life of various food products.

    It works by inhibiting the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria, preventing spoilage. When added to foods, it helps maintain their freshness and quality.

    Some studies have shown that when combined with nitrites, potassium sorbate have genotoxic activity in vitro. However, potassium sorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory authorities.

  • E330 - Citric acid

    Citric acid is a natural organic acid found in citrus fruits such as lemons, oranges, and limes.

    It is widely used in the food industry as a flavor enhancer, acidulant, and preservative due to its tart and refreshing taste.

    Citric acid is safe for consumption when used in moderation and is considered a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additive by regulatory agencies worldwide.

  • E406 - Agar

    Agar: Agar -pronounced , sometimes - or agar-agar is a jelly-like substance, obtained from red algae.Agar is a mixture of two components: the linear polysaccharide agarose, and a heterogeneous mixture of smaller molecules called agaropectin. It forms the supporting structure in the cell walls of certain species of algae, and is released on boiling. These algae are known as agarophytes, and belong to the Rhodophyta -red algae- phylum.Agar has been used as an ingredient in desserts throughout Asia, and also as a solid substrate to contain culture media for microbiological work. Agar can be used as a laxative, an appetite suppressant, a vegetarian substitute for gelatin, a thickener for soups, in fruit preserves, ice cream, and other desserts, as a clarifying agent in brewing, and for sizing paper and fabrics.The gelling agent in agar is an unbranched polysaccharide obtained from the cell walls of some species of red algae, primarily from tengusa -Gelidiaceae- and ogonori -Gracilaria-. For commercial purposes, it is derived primarily from ogonori. In chemical terms, agar is a polymer made up of subunits of the sugar galactose.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E450 - Diphosphates

    Diphosphates (E450) are food additives often utilized to modify the texture of products, acting as leavening agents in baking and preventing the coagulation of canned food.

    These salts can stabilize whipped cream and are also found in powdered products to maintain their flow properties. They are commonly present in baked goods, processed meats, and soft drinks.

    Derived from phosphoric acid, they're part of our daily phosphate intake, which often surpasses recommended levels due to the prevalence of phosphates in processed foods and drinks.

    Excessive phosphate consumption is linked to health issues, such as impaired kidney function and weakened bone health. Though diphosphates are generally regarded as safe when consumed within established acceptable daily intakes, it's imperative to monitor overall phosphate consumption to maintain optimal health.

  • E500 - Sodium carbonates

    Sodium carbonates (E500) are compounds commonly used in food preparation as leavening agents, helping baked goods rise by releasing carbon dioxide when they interact with acids.

    Often found in baking soda, they regulate the pH of food, preventing it from becoming too acidic or too alkaline. In the culinary world, sodium carbonates can also enhance the texture and structure of foods, such as noodles, by modifying the gluten network.

    Generally recognized as safe, sodium carbonates are non-toxic when consumed in typical amounts found in food.

  • E500ii - Sodium hydrogen carbonate

    Sodium hydrogen carbonate, also known as E500ii, is a food additive commonly used as a leavening agent.

    When added to recipes, it releases carbon dioxide gas upon exposure to heat or acids, causing dough to rise and resulting in a light, fluffy texture in baked goods.

    It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory authorities when used in appropriate quantities and poses no significant health risks when consumed in typical food applications.

Ingredients analysis

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    Palm oil

    Ingredients that contain palm oil: Palm oil
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    Non-vegan

    Non-vegan ingredients: Free range eggs, Lactose
The analysis is based solely on the ingredients listed and does not take into account processing methods.
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    Details of the analysis of the ingredients

    en: Wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), sugar, water, palm oil, free range egg, invert sugar syrup, rapeseed oil, lactose, raising agents (diphosphates, sodium bicarbonate), yeast, emulsifiers (mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, citric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, polysorbate 60), salt, flavourings, gelling agent (agar), preservative (potassium sorbate), acidity regulator (citric acid), colour (carotenes), flour treatment agent (ascorbic acid)
    1. Wheat flour -> en:wheat-flour - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9410 - percent_min: 5.55555555555556 - percent_max: 100
      1. wheat flour -> en:wheat-flour - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9410 - percent_min: 1.11111111111111 - percent_max: 100
      2. calcium carbonate -> en:e170i - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 50
      3. iron -> en:iron - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 33.3333333333333
      4. niacin -> en:e375 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 25
      5. thiamin -> en:thiamin - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 20
    2. sugar -> en:sugar - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 26.1
    3. water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 26.1
    4. palm oil -> en:palm-oil - labels: en:sustainable - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: yes - ciqual_food_code: 16129 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 25
    5. free range egg -> en:free-range-eggs - vegan: no - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 22000 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 20
    6. invert sugar syrup -> en:invert-sugar-syrup - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 16.6666666666667
    7. rapeseed oil -> en:rapeseed-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: no - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 14.2857142857143
    8. lactose -> en:lactose - vegan: no - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 12.5
    9. raising agents -> en:raising-agent - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 11.1111111111111
      1. diphosphates -> en:e450 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 11.1111111111111
      2. sodium bicarbonate -> en:e500ii - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5.55555555555556
    10. yeast -> en:yeast - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 10
    11. emulsifiers -> en:emulsifier - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 9.09090909090909
      1. mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids -> en:e472e - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - from_palm_oil: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 9.09090909090909
      2. citric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids -> en:e472c - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - from_palm_oil: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 4.54545454545455
      3. polysorbate 60 -> en:e435 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 3.03030303030303
    12. salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6
    13. flavourings -> en:flavouring - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6
    14. gelling agent -> en:gelling-agent - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6
      1. agar -> en:e406 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11084 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6
    15. preservative -> en:preservative - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6
      1. potassium sorbate -> en:e202 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6
    16. acidity regulator -> en:acidity-regulator - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6
      1. citric acid -> en:e330 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6
    17. colour -> en:colour - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6
      1. carotenes -> en:e160a - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - from_palm_oil: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6
    18. flour treatment agent -> en:flour-treatment-agent - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6
      1. ascorbic acid -> en:e300 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.6

Nutrition

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    Poor nutritional quality

    ⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fruits, vegetables and nuts is not specified on the label, it was estimated from the list of ingredients: 1

    This product is not considered a beverage for the calculation of the Nutri-Score.

    Positive points: 2

    • Proteins: 4 / 5 (value: 6.7, rounded value: 6.7)
    • Fiber: 2 / 5 (value: 2.6, rounded value: 2.6)
    • Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and colza/walnut/olive oils: 0 / 5 (value: 1.32013888888889, rounded value: 1.3)

    Negative points: 15

    • Energy: 4 / 10 (value: 1452, rounded value: 1452)
    • Sugars: 5 / 10 (value: 26.1, rounded value: 26.1)
    • Saturated fat: 4 / 10 (value: 4.2, rounded value: 4.2)
    • Sodium: 2 / 10 (value: 240, rounded value: 240)

    The points for proteins are not counted because the negative points are greater or equal to 11.

    Nutritional score: (15 - 2)

    Nutri-Score:

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    Nutrition facts

    Nutrition facts As sold
    for 100 g / 100 ml     		Compared to: Pastries
    Energy 1,452 kj
    (347 kcal)     		-3%
    Fat 8.7 g -42%
    Saturated fat 4.2 g -44%
    Carbohydrates 59.2 g +23%
    Sugars 26.1 g -3%
    Fiber 2.6 g +49%
    Proteins 6.7 g +35%
    Salt 0.6 g +53%
    Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis) 1.32 %

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