BRAMWELLS

BEEF STOCK CUBES

Barcode 4061461354725

Yes — BEEF STOCK CUBES is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), natural flavourings, yeast extract (a flavour enhancer), colour (sulphite ammonia caramel), and multiple vegetable extracts used as processed flavour components (such as onion extract and carrot extract). These are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

salt

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

potato starch

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

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

beef fat (3.5%)
OK

beef extract (3%)
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
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

colour sulphite ammonia caramel; sugar
OK

celery seeds

Dried seeds of the celery plant (Apium graveolens); a pungent, celery-like spice used to flavor dishes and pickles.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

dried parsley

Dried leaves of parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Used as a fresh-herb substitute that provides a mild, bright, slightly grassy flavor; common in Europe and North America.
OK

carrot powder

Dried, milled carrot used as a powder for flavoring or coloring; a single-ingredient, minimally processed pantry item.
UPF

onion extract

A liquid extract derived from onions used as a flavoring agent in foods.
OK

dried carrot

A dried form of carrot root, used as a dehydrated vegetable ingredient; retains color and some sweetness.
UPF

carrot extract

Extract derived from carrots, used for flavor or color. A highly processed extract.
OK

antioxidant: extracts of rosemary. allergy advice:

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Common questions about BEEF STOCK CUBES

Is BEEF STOCK CUBES ultra-processed?

Yes — BEEF STOCK CUBES by BRAMWELLS is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), natural flavourings, yeast extract (a flavour enhancer), colour (sulphite ammonia caramel), and multiple vegetable extracts used as processed flavour components (such as onion extract and carrot extract). These are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in BEEF STOCK CUBES are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in BEEF STOCK CUBES as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, natural flavourings, yeast extract, onion extract, carrot 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.