Yes — Salmon, teriyaki, hot smoked is ultra-processed.
Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives such as colour: plain caramel and gelling agent: pectin, which are extracted/processed additives used for texture and appearance, not typical home ingredients.
Other fish & seafood Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
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Cod Fish Fingers
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Not UPF
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Not UPF
Mackerel Fillets in Olive Oil
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Not UPF
2 Boneless Salmon Fillets
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Not UPF
Yes — Salmon, teriyaki, hot smoked by M&S Foods is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives such as colour: plain caramel and gelling agent: pectin, which are extracted/processed additives used for texture and appearance, not typical home ingredients.
Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Salmon, teriyaki, hot smoked as ultra-processed markers: teriyaki glaze, caramel color, mirin (rice wine) with caramel color. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.
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.
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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.