Bramwells

Sweet Pickle

Barcode 4088600247649

Scanned 37 times by Nomi users

Yes — Sweet Pickle is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including modified maize starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), flavouring (an added industrial flavouring agent), and garlic extract (an extracted, isolated flavour compound). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

mixed vegetables (carrot, swede, onion, cauliflower)

A blend of vegetables used as a primary component in dishes; varies by proportion, includes carrot, swede (rutabaga), onion and cauliflower.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

barley malt vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting barley malt with acetic acid bacteria to create a tangy, acidic liquid used in pickling, condiments, and dressings.
OK

rehydrated tomato purée (with water)

Tomato purée that has been rehydrated with water, typically used as a liquid tomato ingredient in sauces or soups.
OK

spirit vinegar

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

modified maize starch

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

apple pulp

Ground or processed apple product used as a puree or filling; a basic fruit-derived ingredient.
OK

dried onion with date component

Dried onion product, possibly with date-associated part; used as a flavoring or component in processed foods.
UPF

acetic acid; colour; ammonia caramel; salt

A mixture consisting of acetic acid, a colouring agent (colour), ammonia caramel (caramel color), and salt.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

ground spices

Ground spices are dried aromatic plant parts (such as pepper, cumin, coriander) that have been milled into a powder. They contribute aroma and flavor and are used as a basic culinary ingredient.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
UPF

garlic extract

A flavoring made by concentrating compounds from garlic, used to impart garlic flavor in foods and seasonings.

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Common questions about Sweet Pickle

Is Sweet Pickle ultra-processed?

Yes — Sweet Pickle by Bramwells is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including modified maize starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), flavouring (an added industrial flavouring agent), and garlic extract (an extracted, isolated flavour compound). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Sweet Pickle are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Sweet Pickle as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, acetic acid; colour; ammonia caramel; salt, flavouring, garlic 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.