Aldi Everyday Essentials

Light Mozzarella

Barcode 4088600286815

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No — Light Mozzarella is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are mozzarella cheese (milk), water, salt, and citric acid. These are basic culinary ingredients with no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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mozzarella cheese (milk)

Fresh soft to semisoft cheese made from milk, commonly used on pizzas and in Italian dishes.
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water

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

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
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acid: citric acid. allergy advice: for allergens
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see ingredients in bold... dietary advice: suitable for vegetarians. corvatives

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Common questions about Light Mozzarella

Is Light Mozzarella ultra-processed?

No — Light Mozzarella by Aldi Everyday Essentials is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are mozzarella cheese (milk), water, salt, and citric acid. These are basic culinary ingredients with no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

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.