BATTS

Light mayonnaise

Barcode 4056489519805

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Yes — Light mayonnaise is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF ingredients and additives, including modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), stabilisers (diphosphates, guar gum, xanthan gum), antioxidant additives (fatty acid esters of ascorbic acid, calcium disodium EDTA), and flavouring (mustard oil flavouring). These are industrial formulations and additives used to modify texture, stability, shelf-life, and flavour, which makes the product UPF according to NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

ingredients water
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
UPF

modified maize starch

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

13% free range egg yolk
OK

cream powder (cream (milk))
OK

milk protein (milk)
OK

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

stabiliser: diphosphates; antioxidant: fatty acid esters of ascorbic acid cus fibre (citrus fibre, sugar)
UPF

guar gum

A plant-derived thickening agent used as a stabiliser in foods; an additive that may be isolated/processed.
OK

xanthan gum; yellow mustard flour
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

antioxidant: calcium disodium edta; mustard oil flavouring
OK

colour: paprika extract. allergy advice for allergens
OK

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Common questions about Light mayonnaise

Is Light mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Yes — Light mayonnaise by BATTS is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF ingredients and additives, including modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), stabilisers (diphosphates, guar gum, xanthan gum), antioxidant additives (fatty acid esters of ascorbic acid, calcium disodium EDTA), and flavouring (mustard oil flavouring). These are industrial formulations and additives used to modify texture, stability, shelf-life, and flavour, which makes the product UPF according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Light mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Light mayonnaise as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, guar gum. 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.