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wasabi

Barcode 3800233072006

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Yes — wasabi is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes dextrose (an industrially refined sugar) and several additives and industrial ingredients: natural flavouring (industrial flavoring agent), stabiliser: arabic gum, and acidity regulators: calcium phosphate. According to the NOVA criteria and the provided rules, the presence of these ingredients makes the overall product UPF even though it also contains basic ingredients like whole grain brown rice and olive oil.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

whole grain brown rice 76%
OK

olive oil 15%
OK

wasabi flavour 9% [natural flavouring
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

salt

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

sugar

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

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

stabiliser: arabic gum
OK

acidity regulators: calcium phosphate
OK

coconut oi
OK

wasabi 0
OK

two percent milk

Milk with 2% fat content.
OK

contains mustard and products thereof
OK

store in a dry and cool place

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Common questions about wasabi

Is wasabi ultra-processed?

Yes — wasabi by Rice up is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes dextrose (an industrially refined sugar) and several additives and industrial ingredients: natural flavouring (industrial flavoring agent), stabiliser: arabic gum, and acidity regulators: calcium phosphate. According to the NOVA criteria and the provided rules, the presence of these ingredients makes the overall product UPF even though it also contains basic ingredients like whole grain brown rice and olive oil.

Which ingredients in wasabi are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in wasabi as an ultra-processed marker: dextrose. 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?

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.