Manwich

Original Sloppy Joe Sauce

Barcode 0027000442128

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Yes — Original Sloppy Joe Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives including high fructose corn syrup and corn syrup (industrially refined sugars), guar gum and xanthan gum (industrial thickeners/stabilizers), and natural flavors (industrial flavoring).

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

tomato puree (water tomato paste)
OK

high fructose corn syrup
OK

distilled vinegar

A clear, acidic condiment produced by fermenting ethanol and purifying the resultant acetic acid; commonly used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

corn syrup less than 2% of: salt
OK

sugar

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

carrot fiber
OK

dried green and red bell peppers
OK

chili pepper
UPF

guar gum

A natural thickening and gelling agent derived from the guar bean (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba). Commonly used in dairy, sauces, and baked goods.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
UPF

xanthan gum

A microbial polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabilizer; widely used food additive.
OK

dried garlic

Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
UPF

natural flavors

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to add or enhance aroma and taste; can include essential oils, extracts, or other natural flavor compounds.
OK

citric ac

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Common questions about Original Sloppy Joe Sauce

Is Original Sloppy Joe Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Original Sloppy Joe Sauce by Manwich is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial ingredients and additives including high fructose corn syrup and corn syrup (industrially refined sugars), guar gum and xanthan gum (industrial thickeners/stabilizers), and natural flavors (industrial flavoring).

Which ingredients in Original Sloppy Joe Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Original Sloppy Joe Sauce as ultra-processed markers: guar gum, xanthan gum, natural flavors. 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.