By Sainsbury's

Lighter Mayonnaise

Barcode 01239423

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Lighter Mayonnaise is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and formulations, including modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), xanthan gum (a stabilizer/thickener), potassium sorbate (a preservative), and beta carotene (an isolated color additive). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

free range pasteurised egg yolk
OK

sugar

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

salt

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

citric aid
UPF

xanthan gum

A microbial polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabilizer; widely used food additive.
UPF

potassium sorbate

A widely used food preservative that inhibits mold and yeast growth in a variety of foods and beverages.
UPF

beta-carotene

A yellow-orange pigment and precursor to vitamin A used as a food colorant and nutrient. Commonly derived from plants and used to color foods.
OK

mustard

Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.

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Common questions about Lighter Mayonnaise

Is Lighter Mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Yes — Lighter Mayonnaise by By Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and formulations, including modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), xanthan gum (a stabilizer/thickener), potassium sorbate (a preservative), and beta carotene (an isolated color additive). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Lighter Mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Lighter Mayonnaise as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, xanthan gum, potassium sorbate, beta-carotene. 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.