Dolmio

Tomato Sauce For Lasagne

Barcode 4002359642234

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Yes — Tomato Sauce For Lasagne is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed additive. According to the provided rules, the presence of any such UPF ingredient makes the whole product UPF. Other ingredients like tomatoes, tomato paste, onion, sugar, salt, herbs, spices, and citric acid do not change this classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

tomatoes (77%)
OK

double concentrated tomato paste (14%)
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

onion

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

sugar

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

salt

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

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

garlic

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

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.

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Common questions about Tomato Sauce For Lasagne

Is Tomato Sauce For Lasagne ultra-processed?

Yes — Tomato Sauce For Lasagne by Dolmio is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed additive. According to the provided rules, the presence of any such UPF ingredient makes the whole product UPF. Other ingredients like tomatoes, tomato paste, onion, sugar, salt, herbs, spices, and citric acid do not change this classification.

Which ingredients in Tomato Sauce For Lasagne are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Tomato Sauce For Lasagne as an ultra-processed marker: modified maize starch. 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.