Stonemill

Ginger Purée

Barcode 4088600077260

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Ginger Purée is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. Specifically: dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), xanthan gum (a stabiliser/thickener), potassium sorbate (a preservative), and acetic acid as an acidity regulator are all extracted or industrially synthesized additives. The presence of these additives classifies the overall product as ultra-processed, even though it is based largely on ginger purée.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

ginger purée (90%)
OK

acidity regulator. acetic acid; salt
OK

rapeseed oil

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

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

stabiliser: xanthan gum; preservative: potassium sorbate. dietary advice: suitable for vegetarians. no artificial colours or flavourings

Common questions about Ginger Purée

Is Ginger Purée ultra-processed?

Yes — Ginger Purée by Stonemill is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA. Specifically: dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), xanthan gum (a stabiliser/thickener), potassium sorbate (a preservative), and acetic acid as an acidity regulator are all extracted or industrially synthesized additives. The presence of these additives classifies the overall product as ultra-processed, even though it is based largely on ginger purée.

Which ingredients in Ginger Purée are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Ginger Purée as an ultra-processed marker: dextrose. 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.