Tesco

Mash

Barcode 10062692

Scanned 9 times by Nomi users

No — Mash is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are basic, minimally processed foods (potato, skimmed milk, butter, salt, white pepper) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or flavorings, so this is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

potato(81%)
OK

skim milk

Low-fat milk from which the fat portion has been removed; a basic dairy ingredient used as a beverage or in cooking.
OK

butter

A dairy product made by churning cream; a basic fat used in cooking and baking.
OK

salt

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

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Mash

Is Mash ultra-processed?

No — Mash by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are basic, minimally processed foods (potato, skimmed milk, butter, salt, white pepper) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or flavorings, 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.