Boursin

Garlic & Herbs

Barcode 3175460000017

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Yes — Garlic & Herbs is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains the preservative potassium sorbate, an industrial additive classified as a UPF ingredient. The dairy, lactic ferments, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper do not independently make it ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

pasteurized milk and cream

A dairy combination of milk and cream that has been heat-treated to kill harmful bacteria.
OK

lactic ferments

Cultures containing lactic acid bacteria used for fermentation or yogurt production.
OK

garlic and herbs

A seasoning or flavoring mix containing garlic and assorted herbs.
OK

8%
OK

salt

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

pepper

Ground pepper or whole peppercorns, a common spice used to season foods.
OK

may contain traces of nuts
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.

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Common questions about Garlic & Herbs

Is Garlic & Herbs ultra-processed?

Yes — Garlic & Herbs by Boursin is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains the preservative potassium sorbate, an industrial additive classified as a UPF ingredient. The dairy, lactic ferments, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper do not independently make it ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Garlic & Herbs are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Garlic & Herbs as an ultra-processed marker: potassium sorbate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Garlic & Herbs?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Soft Cheese Garlic And Herb by Tesco. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.