Tartex

Herb Leek Spread

Barcode 4005514174007

Scanned 9 times by Nomi users

Yes — Herb Leek Spread is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed due to the use of palm fruit oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil according to the given criteria. Other ingredients like sunflower oil, herbs, vegetables, yeast, and tomato pulp are minimally processed, but the presence of palm oil is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in bread making; can be active dry, instant, or fresh yeast.
OK

water

A clear, tasteless liquid essential for life; widely used as a primary cooking and beverage ingredient.
OK

huile de palme bio
OK

huile de tournesol bio
OK

fécule de pomme de terre bio
OK

fines herbes bio 3% (persil bio 1.8%, ciboulette bio 1.2%)
OK

poireau bio
OK

sea salt

Crystalline mineral salt harvested from seawater, used to season foods.
OK

pulpe de tomate bio
OK

yeast extract

A flavoring ingredient derived from yeast, commonly used to enhance savory umami notes. It can be a simple extract from Saccharomyces cerevisiae and is widely used in broths, soups, and snacks.

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Common questions about Herb Leek Spread

Is Herb Leek Spread ultra-processed?

Yes — Herb Leek Spread by Tartex is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed due to the use of palm fruit oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil according to the given criteria. Other ingredients like sunflower oil, herbs, vegetables, yeast, and tomato pulp are minimally processed, but the presence of palm oil is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

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.