Bramwells

Peri-peri lemon and herb

Barcode 4088600012117

Yes — Peri-peri lemon and herb is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives, including glucose-fructose syrup, modified maize starch, stabiliser: xanthan gum, and lemon oil. These are characteristic of NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 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.
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
UPF

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

onion purée leonc from concentrate (4%)
OK

salt

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

modified maize starch

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

acidity regulator

Additives used to control acidity (pH) and acidity in foods, such as citric acid, phosphates, sulphates. Generally considered basic food processing aid ingredients; many are allowed in foods and are not in themselves UPF.
OK

acetic (water, dried garlic, acidity regulator: citric acid)
OK

cayenne pepper

Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
OK

parsley (594) d preservative: potassium sorbate
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
UPF

xanthan gum (stabiliser)

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

oregan
OK

papri paprika extract
OK

bird's eye chilli
OK

rosemary

A fragrant herb used fresh or dried to season dishes and compounds like oils and butters.
UPF

lemon oil

A volatile essential oil extracted from lemon peels, used as a citrus flavoring or aroma in foods.
OK

dietary advice: suitable for vegetarians
OK

no artificial colours or flavourings
OK

2500 nutrition this bottle contains app typical values per 100g: energy 549kj/

Common questions about Peri-peri lemon and herb

Is Peri-peri lemon and herb ultra-processed?

Yes — Peri-peri lemon and herb by Bramwells is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives, including glucose-fructose syrup, modified maize starch, stabiliser: xanthan gum, and lemon oil. These are characteristic of NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Peri-peri lemon and herb are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Peri-peri lemon and herb as ultra-processed markers: glucose-fructose syrup, modified maize starch, xanthan gum (stabiliser), lemon oil. 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.