Border Biscuit
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Target diet: Palm Oil Free
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palm oil.
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palm oil
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What we checked
This product on every diet
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, high in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.
Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.
Ingredients (original text)
Wheat Flour (Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Butter, Vegetable Oil (Palm, Rapeseed), Butterscotch (7%) (Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Brown Sugar, Vegetable Fat: Shea Oil, Palm Oil, Sunflower Lecithin, Butter, Sweetened Condensed Skimmed Milk, Salt, Emulsifier: Soya Lecithin, Natural Flavour), Cornflour, Raising Agents (Ammonium Bicarbonate, Disodium Diphosphate, Sodium Carbonate), Whole Egg Powder, Skimmed Milk Powder, Salt. Allergy Advice: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. Also, may contain traces of nuts. WE ARE HAPPY TO DECLARE THAT THE PALM OIL CONTAINED WITHIN THE INGREDIENTS WE USE IS CERTIFIED AS SUSTAINABLE. 6
Detailed analysis: why is Border Biscuit not palm oil-free?
Our analysis indicates that Border Biscuit is likely not suitable for a palm oil-free diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- palm oil
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Wheat Flour (Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Butter, Vegetable Oil (Palm, Rapeseed), Butterscotch (7%) (Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Brown Sugar, Vegetable Fat: Shea Oil, Palm Oil, Sunflower Lecithin, Butter, Sweetened Condensed Skimmed Milk, Salt, Emulsifier: Soya Lecithin, Natural Flavour), Cornflour, Raising Agents (Ammonium Bicarbonate, Disodium Diphosphate, Sodium Carbonate), Whole Egg Powder, Skimmed Milk Powder, Salt. Allergy Advice: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. Also, may contain traces of nuts. WE ARE HAPPY TO DECLARE THAT THE PALM OIL CONTAINED WITHIN THE INGREDIENTS WE USE IS CERTIFIED AS SUSTAINABLE. 6. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Border Biscuit contains 490.9 calories per 100g, with 4.7g of protein, 21.5g of fat, and 60.8g of carbohydrates (26.5g of which is sugar).
What should you do?
If you are following a palm oil-free diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer palm oil-free-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Border Biscuit Palm Oil Free?
No, Border Biscuit contains palm oil: the ingredients list names palm oil.
Does Border Biscuit contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Wheat Flour (Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Butter, Vegetable Oil (Palm, Rapeseed), Butterscotch (7%) (Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Brown Sugar, Veg...
What are the nutritional facts of Border Biscuit?
Border Biscuit contains 490.9 calories per 100g, with 4.7g of protein, 60.8g of carbohydrates, and 21.5g of fat.
How much sugar is in Border Biscuit?
Border Biscuit lists 26.5 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).
Is Border Biscuit ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Border Biscuit is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Does Border Biscuit contain palm oil?
Yes. Palm oil or a palm fraction is named in the ingredients of Border Biscuit. If you avoid palm oil, look for an alternative whose label names its fats.