Bramwells

Chicken in White Sauce

Barcode 4088600342559

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Yes — Chicken in White Sauce is ultra-processed.

The product contains modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient, as well as titanium dioxide (a color additive). The presence of these industrial additives means the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

cooked chicken

Cooked chicken meat, with 44% proportion in the product. A basic animal protein ingredient.
UPF

modified maize starch

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

salt

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

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a base flour; enriched with minerals and vitamins (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin).
UPF

color: titanium dioxide; onion powder

A colorant (titanium dioxide) and a dried onion powder flavoring/seasoning.
OK

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Chicken in White Sauce

Is Chicken in White Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken in White Sauce by Bramwells is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient, as well as titanium dioxide (a color additive). The presence of these industrial additives means the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Chicken in White Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Chicken in White Sauce as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, color: titanium dioxide; onion powder. 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.