Quixo

Gravy

Barcode 4088600307695

Scanned 23 times by Nomi users

Yes — Gravy is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and formulations, including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), colour: ammonia caramel (industrial colouring agent), flavour enhancers: monosodium glutamate and disodium guanylate, flavouring (contains soya) (industrial flavouring), and emulsifier: lecithins (soya). According to NOVA, the presence of such additives and formulations makes the product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

salt

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

wheat flour (enriched)

A basic wheat flour ingredient with added minerals and vitamins (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin) for fortification.
UPF

ammonia caramel color

A synthetic caramel color produced by reaction of sugar with ammonia; used as a color additive.
UPF

monosodium glutamate (msg)

A widely used flavor enhancer/additive that amplifies savory taste in foods; commonly found in processed foods.
UPF

disodium guanylate

A nucleotide-based flavor enhancer often used as a synergist with MSG in processed foods.
UPF

flavouring

Flavoring agent (may be natural or artificial); may contain soy as an allergen.
UPF

lecithin (soy)

Soy lecithin is a refined emulsifier extracted from soybeans, used to improve texture and mix ingredients. It is an extracted additive.
OK

onion oil

Oil infused with onion flavor, used to impart onion aroma and taste; typically a processed flavoring or finishing oil.

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Common questions about Gravy

Is Gravy ultra-processed?

Yes — Gravy by Quixo is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and formulations, including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), colour: ammonia caramel (industrial colouring agent), flavour enhancers: monosodium glutamate and disodium guanylate, flavouring (contains soya) (industrial flavouring), and emulsifier: lecithins (soya). According to NOVA, the presence of such additives and formulations makes the product ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Gravy are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Gravy as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, maltodextrin, ammonia caramel color, monosodium glutamate (msg), disodium guanylate, flavouring, lecithin (soy). 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.