Vegetable Stock Mix

Barcode 005665112273

Yes — Vegetable Stock Mix is ultra-processed.

This is a vegetable seasoning product. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and flavor enhancer, and sustainable palm oil, which is a highly processed and refined oil. The remaining ingredients, such as salt, potato starch, sugar, vegetables, sunflower oil, caramelised sugar, herbs, and spices, do not independently require a UPF classification under the specified criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

potato starch&quot
OK

sustainable palm oil*
OK

sugar

A basic sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; typically granulated form used widely in cooking and baking.
OK

vegetables* 6.8% (celery, onion, carrot, parsnip, tomato*)
OK

sunflower oil

A common culinary vegetable oil pressed from sunflower seeds; widely used for cooking and in processed foods.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

caramelised sugar

A sugar that has been heated to develop a caramel flavor and color; essentially a processed form of sugar.
OK

herbs and spices* (lovage*, turmeric*, parsley*, black pepper*) *organic ingredients

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Common questions about Vegetable Stock Mix

Is Vegetable Stock Mix ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Stock Mix is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is a vegetable seasoning product. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and flavor enhancer, and sustainable palm oil, which is a highly processed and refined oil. The remaining ingredients, such as salt, potato starch, sugar, vegetables, sunflower oil, caramelised sugar, herbs, and spices, do not independently require a UPF classification under the specified criteria.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Stock Mix are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Vegetable Stock Mix as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.