Marks & Spencer

Classic piccalilli

Barcode 00738156

Scanned 12 times by Nomi users

No — Classic piccalilli is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are mostly pickled vegetables, vinegar, sugar, mustard, turmeric, and basic thickeners like corn starch and citric acid. There are no ultra-processed additives such as industrial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, or inverted/refined syrups beyond regular sugar, so it does not meet the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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Common questions about Classic piccalilli

Is Classic piccalilli ultra-processed?

No — Classic piccalilli by Marks & Spencer is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are mostly pickled vegetables, vinegar, sugar, mustard, turmeric, and basic thickeners like corn starch and citric acid. There are no ultra-processed additives such as industrial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, or inverted/refined syrups beyond regular sugar, so it does not meet the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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.