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Dark Soy Sauce

Barcode 4088600216638

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Yes — Dark Soy Sauce is ultra-processed.

The soy sauce contains industrial additives including colour (ammonia caramel), acidity regulator (lactic acid), and preservative (potassium sorbate), which classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water sugar
OK

salt

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

soy sauce extract (10%) (water, defated soy bean, salt, roasted wheat)
UPF

caramel color (ammonia-treated)

Food colorant produced by caramelisation of sugars with ammonia (ammonia caramel), used to impart brown color in foods.
UPF

lactic acid

A naturally occurring organic acid used as a acidity regulator and preservative in foods; often added as E270 to adjust pH and inhibit microbial growth.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.

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Common questions about Dark Soy Sauce

Is Dark Soy Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Dark Soy Sauce by aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The soy sauce contains industrial additives including colour (ammonia caramel), acidity regulator (lactic acid), and preservative (potassium sorbate), which classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Dark Soy Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Dark Soy Sauce as ultra-processed markers: caramel color (ammonia-treated), lactic acid, potassium sorbate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Dark Soy Sauce?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Soy sauce by Kikkoman, Kikkoman Sales Usa Inc.. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.