Why is Crackers integrali classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines refined wheat flour, malted wheat flour, added oils, sugars, salts and a leavening system, which together meet the criteria for ultra-processed foods; its label lists the additive E503ii (ammonium carbonate) as a raising agent and includes iodised salt, both of which are typical processing additives.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 6.1 g of sugars per 100 g, the crackers raise blood-glucose levels more than the average salty snack and should be limited by people with diabetes, while the 1.7 g of salt per 100 g is classified as high and can increase sodium intake, making the product unsuitable for those managing hypertension unless consumed in moderation.

Is this product suitable for a vegan or gluten-free diet?

No; the formulation relies on wheat flour and contains gluten, so it cannot be considered gluten-free, and the label notes possible traces of milk (and soy and sesame), meaning it does not meet vegan standards.

Misura • 0

Crackers integrali

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Crackers integrali are whole-grain crackers marketed as a salty snack/appetizer in the Salty snacks family. They carry a Nutri-Score of C and are classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), offering a notable 14 g of dietary fiber per 100 g and low saturated fat, but they also contain 6.1 g of sugars and 1.7 g of salt, which the nutrient-level rating labels as moderate sugar and high salt. While the high fiber and whole-grain base make them a relatively wholesome choice among crackers, the presence of added oil, malted flour, and additives such as ammonium carbonate, together with gluten and possible milk, soy, and sesame traces, limit their suitability for vegan, gluten-free or low-salt diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal409 kcal

Fat9.6 g

Saturated Fat1.1 g

Carbohydrates61 g

Sugars6.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average salty-snack benchmark (3.8 g sugar, 23.6 g fat, 52.6 g salt, 4.5 g fiber per 100 g), these crackers contain more sugar (6.1 g) and markedly more fiber (14 g) while delivering far less salt (1.7 g) and likely lower fat, placing them above average in fiber but below average in sugar and salt content.

Ingredients

Selezione Fibrextra Misura 79% (farina integrale di grano tenero 75%, inulina da cicoria 2%, fibra di frumento 1%, fibra di avena 1%) - farina di frumento maltato - olio di girasole - estratto di malto d'orzo e di mais - sale iodato (sale, iodato di potassio) - agente lievitante: carbonato acido di ammonío - lievito di birra, Può contenere latte, soia e semi di sesamo,

84%

35%

Unlock What Your Food Doesn't Tell You

Scan this and millions of other food products to discover hidden positive & negative points, scores percentage, additives, allergens, and deeper product insights with the free NutrScan app.