Lee Kum Kee

Panda Brand Oyster Sauce

Barcode 0078895300017

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Yes — Panda Brand Oyster Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives: modified corn starch (industrially modified starch), flavour enhancer E621 (monosodium glutamate), and colour E150c (caramel colour). These additives make it an industrial formulation according to NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

sugar

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

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
UPF

modified corn starch

A processed starch produced from corn by modifying its starch molecules for improved stability and texture.
UPF

monosodium glutamate (e621)

A flavor enhancer used in many foods; a synthetic/processed additive.
OK

oyster extractives (3%)
OK

wheat flour

Fine ground form of wheat used as a staple flour in baking.
UPF

caramel color (e150c)

A caramel color used as a food coloring; a common processed food additive.

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Common questions about Panda Brand Oyster Sauce

Is Panda Brand Oyster Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Panda Brand Oyster Sauce by Lee Kum Kee is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives: modified corn starch (industrially modified starch), flavour enhancer E621 (monosodium glutamate), and colour E150c (caramel colour). These additives make it an industrial formulation according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Panda Brand Oyster Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Panda Brand Oyster Sauce as ultra-processed markers: modified corn starch, monosodium glutamate (e621), caramel color (e150c). 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.