Marks & Spencer

Old Fashioned Hot Horseradish

Barcode 29373116

Yes — Old Fashioned Hot Horseradish is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday use.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains preservative E202 (potassium sorbate), which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient. It also contains antioxidant E223 (sodium metabisulfite), an industrial additive. The product is a ready-to-eat formulated condiment containing multiple processed components and additives, including concentrated lemon juice and dried ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

grated hot horseradish (56%) (horseradish, rapeseed oil, acidity regulator: citric acid)
OK

antioxidant: e223 (_sulphites_)
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

sugar

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

lemon juice concentrate

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

dried mustard

Ground mustard seeds dried into a powder; used as a spice and flavoring in foods.
OK

dried skimmed milk

Powdered skimmed (fat-reduced) milk used as a dairy ingredient or in desserts; a basic dairy product.
OK

dried horseradish
OK

salt

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

potassium sorbate

A widely used chemical preservative that inhibits mold, yeast and some bacteria in foods.

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Common questions about Old Fashioned Hot Horseradish

Is Old Fashioned Hot Horseradish ultra-processed?

Yes — Old Fashioned Hot Horseradish by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains preservative E202 (potassium sorbate), which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient. It also contains antioxidant E223 (sodium metabisulfite), an industrial additive. The product is a ready-to-eat formulated condiment containing multiple processed components and additives, including concentrated lemon juice and dried ingredients.

Which ingredients in Old Fashioned Hot Horseradish are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Old Fashioned Hot Horseradish as an ultra-processed marker: 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.