Lidl

Vegetable stock pot

Barcode 4056489689041

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Yes — Vegetable stock pot is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), natural flavourings, gelling agents (agar, xanthan gum), all of which are industrially processed additives or formulations according to NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

concentrated vegetable stock ingredients 63% concentrated vegetable stock (water, celeriac, carrot, celery, red pepper, onion, leek, cabbage)
OK

salt

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

natural flavourings (contain celery)
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

gelling agents: agar
OK

xanthan gum; spices (turmeric, parsley, lovage, black pepper, nutmeg)
OK

sugar

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

acidity regulator: citric acid. allergy advice for allergens
OK

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Common questions about Vegetable stock pot

Is Vegetable stock pot ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable stock pot by Lidl 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 yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), natural flavourings, gelling agents (agar, xanthan gum), all of which are industrially processed additives or formulations according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Vegetable stock pot are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Vegetable stock pot as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. 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.