Bramwells

Dijon mustard

Barcode 4088600249414

Yes — Dijon mustard is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains citric acid and potassium metabisulphite, which are isolated industrial additives/preservatives and are considered UPF ingredients in the NOVA system. Other ingredients (water, mustard seeds, spirit vinegar, salt) are not UPF on their own, but the presence of these additives makes the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

mustard seeds

Dried seeds of the mustard plant used whole or ground to flavor condiments, sauces, pickles, and spice blends.
OK

spirit vinegar

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

salt

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

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
UPF

potassium metabisulfite

Potassium metabisulfite is a sulfur-containing compound used as a preservative, antioxidant, and antimicrobial in foods and wine. It helps prevent browning and spoilage by releasing sulfur dioxide.

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Common questions about Dijon mustard

Is Dijon mustard ultra-processed?

Yes — Dijon mustard by Bramwells is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains citric acid and potassium metabisulphite, which are isolated industrial additives/preservatives and are considered UPF ingredients in the NOVA system. Other ingredients (water, mustard seeds, spirit vinegar, salt) are not UPF on their own, but the presence of these additives makes the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Dijon mustard are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Dijon mustard as an ultra-processed marker: potassium metabisulfite. 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.