Treacle Soy Marinade

Barcode 2020454922268

Yes — Treacle Soy Marinade is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients such as modified maize starch, barley malt extract, and acidity regulator (lactic acid). These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

black treacle (11%)
OK

sugar

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

modified maize starch

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

light soy sauce (40%) (soy extract (water, salt, soya beans, wheat flour (with added calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin))
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
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

ginger puree (2.5%)
OK

garlic puree (2.5%)
OK

rice vinegar

A mild vinegar made from fermented rice—used to season dishes, pickles, and dressings with a subtle sweet and tangy note.
UPF

lactic acid

A naturally occurring organic acid used as a acidity regulator and preservative in foods; often added as E270 to adjust pH and inhibit microbial growth.

Common questions about Treacle Soy Marinade

Is Treacle Soy Marinade ultra-processed?

Yes — Treacle Soy Marinade is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients such as modified maize starch, barley malt extract, and acidity regulator (lactic acid). These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Treacle Soy Marinade are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Treacle Soy Marinade as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, Barley Malt Extract, lactic acid. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.