Creamy Mustard Sauce

Barcode 00647717

Yes — Creamy Mustard Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sodium alginate, an industrial stabilizer used to modify texture and extend shelf life.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

single cream

A light dairy cream with about 18–20% fat, commonly used in coffee or as a pouring cream in desserts.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

whole milk

Milk with no or minimal fat removal, commonly used as a dairy beverage and ingredient.
OK

cream

A dairy product consisting of the high-fat layer skimmed from milk; commonly used as a ingredient to add richness and fat to dishes.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

stabilizer: sodium alginate
OK

dijon mustard (mustard seeds, vinegar, salt)
OK

pepper

Ground pepper or whole peppercorns, a common spice used to season foods.
OK

sea salt

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

mustard husk

Husk from mustard seeds, used as a spice or ingredient in blends; often dried and ground.
OK

pimentos
OK

thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
OK

ground pepper

Common questions about Creamy Mustard Sauce

Is Creamy Mustard Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Creamy Mustard Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sodium alginate, an industrial stabilizer used to modify texture and extend shelf life.

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.