Mint Sauce

Barcode 25272666

Yes — Mint Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives including stabiliser (xanthan gum) and added colour (copper complexes of chlorophyll), which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

mint

A fresh, aromatic herb used for flavoring and garnish. Common culinary herb in many cuisines.
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

acidity regulator: a.acid
OK

stabiliser
UPF

xanthan gum

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

colour (color)

A broad category of additives used to impart or enhance color in foods. Can be artificial or natural: includes tartrazine, sunset yellow, caramel color, etc.
OK

copper complexes of chlorophyll

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Common questions about Mint Sauce

Is Mint Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Mint Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives including stabiliser (xanthan gum) and added colour (copper complexes of chlorophyll), which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Mint Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Mint Sauce as ultra-processed markers: xanthan gum, colour (color). 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.