Kania

Burger Sauce

Barcode 20563110

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Yes — Burger Sauce is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and highly processed ingredients, including glucose-fructose syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup), modified corn starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), thickeners xanthan gum and guar gum, preservatives like potassium sorbate, aroma/natural dill aroma (flavourings), and glucono-delta-lactone (an acidifier). According to NOVA, the presence of such additives and industrial formulations places this product in the ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

rape oil
UPF

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

water

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

mustard (water, alcohol vinegar, mustard seeds, spice)
OK

alcohol vinegar
OK

double tomato concentrate
OK

egg yolk from hens raised outdoors
OK

salt

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

modified corn starch

A processed starch produced from corn by modifying its starch molecules for improved stability and texture.
OK

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
OK

acidifiers: glucono-delta-lactone
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

natural dill aroma
UPF

xanthan gum

A polysaccharide thickener derived from fermentation of sugars; widely used as a food additive.
UPF

guar gum

A natural thickening and gelling agent derived from the guar bean (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba). Commonly used in dairy, sauces, and baked goods.
OK

aroma (including barley)
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate, a preservative used to inhibit microbial growth in foods.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

aromatic plants
OK

dye : paprika extract

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Common questions about Burger Sauce

Is Burger Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Burger Sauce by Kania is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and highly processed ingredients, including glucose-fructose syrup (an industrially processed sugar syrup), modified corn starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), thickeners xanthan gum and guar gum, preservatives like potassium sorbate, aroma/natural dill aroma (flavourings), and glucono-delta-lactone (an acidifier). According to NOVA, the presence of such additives and industrial formulations places this product in the ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Burger Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Burger Sauce as ultra-processed markers: glucose-fructose syrup, modified corn starch, xanthan gum, guar gum, potassium sorbate. 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.