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Original Hot Sauce

Barcode 0702382999223

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No — Original Hot Sauce is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are simple and minimally processed: aged red jalapeño, white grape vinegar, salt, and garlic. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, or flavorings, so this is not considered an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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aged red jalapeño

Aged red jalapeño peppers are harvested peppers that have been aged or fermented to develop deeper flavor and heat notes; used as a food ingredient in sauces, salsas, or marinades.
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white grape vinegar

Vinegar made from fermented white grapes, used as a souring agent and preservative in foods.
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salt

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

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.

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Common questions about Original Hot Sauce

Is Original Hot Sauce ultra-processed?

No — Original Hot Sauce by sauce shop is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are simple and minimally processed: aged red jalapeño, white grape vinegar, salt, and garlic. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, or flavorings, so this is not considered an ultra-processed food 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.