M&S

Tomato Passata

Barcode 00821926

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No — Tomato Passata is not ultra-processed.

The product contains tomatoes, tomato juice, and citric acid as an acidity regulator. Citric acid is a basic additive allowed as non-UPF. There are no industrial formulations, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavorings, or refined industrial syrups, so this is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

tomatoes (65%)
OK

tomato juice

Liquid extracted from tomatoes, used as a beverage or base for sauces.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid used to regulate acidity in foods; commonly produced industrially via fermentation of sugars and used as a preservative and flavor enhancer.

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Common questions about Tomato Passata

Is Tomato Passata ultra-processed?

No — Tomato Passata by M&S is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains tomatoes, tomato juice, and citric acid as an acidity regulator. Citric acid is a basic additive allowed as non-UPF. There are no industrial formulations, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavorings, or refined industrial syrups, so this is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.