Newgate

Gravy granules

Barcode 4056489384700

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Yes — Gravy granules is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), flavouring (contains soya) which is an industrial flavouring additive, maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), colour: ammonia caramel (a colour additive), and emulsifier: soya lecithins. These industrial formulations and additives place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

palm oil (from sustainable sources)
OK

salt

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

wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron niacin)
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
UPF

flavouring

Flavoring agent (may be natural or artificial); may contain soy as an allergen.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

colour: ammonia caramel; onion powder
OK

ground sage
OK

emulsifier: soya lecithins. allergy advice for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. preparation instructions put 4 heaped teaspoons (approx. 20g) of granules into a heatproof measuring jug. pour in 280ml (½ pint) of boiling water
OK

stirring continuously until all the granules have dissolved. for thicker gravy
OK

simply add more granules. storage instructions

Common questions about Gravy granules

Is Gravy granules ultra-processed?

Yes — Gravy granules by Newgate is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), flavouring (contains soya) which is an industrial flavouring additive, maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), colour: ammonia caramel (a colour additive), and emulsifier: soya lecithins. These industrial formulations and additives place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Gravy granules are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Gravy granules as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, maltodextrin. 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.