Creamy Dressing

Barcode 4056489822615

Yes — Creamy Dressing is ultra-processed.

The ingredients list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including modified maize starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener), stabiliser: xanthan gum (a hydrocolloid stabilizer), flavourings (industrial flavor additives), and preservative: potassium sorbate. These additives place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

egg yolks

The yellow portion of eggs rich in fats and proteins, used for thickening, emulsifying, or enriching sauces and custards.
OK

free range
OK

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

spirit vinegar

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

xanthan gum (stabiliser)

A polysaccharide thickener produced by fermentation, used as a stabiliser and thickening agent in foods.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

potassium sorbate

A preservative used to inhibit mold, yeast, and bacteria in foods and drinks, typically added in small amounts.

Common questions about Creamy Dressing

Is Creamy Dressing ultra-processed?

Yes — Creamy Dressing is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including modified maize starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener), stabiliser: xanthan gum (a hydrocolloid stabilizer), flavourings (industrial flavor additives), and preservative: potassium sorbate. These additives place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Creamy Dressing are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Creamy Dressing as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, xanthan gum (stabiliser), flavourings. 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.