Aldi

Gherkins with chilli

Barcode 4088600372716

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Yes — Gherkins with chilli is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes “flavouring,” which indicates industrial flavor additives. These extracted or synthesized additives fall under NOVA ultra-processed criteria, even though the base food (pickled gherkins) and most other ingredients are minimally processed or culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

gherkins
OK

water

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

spirit vinegar

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

sugar

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

salt

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

dill

Fragrant herb used to flavor dishes and pickles; delicate fronds and seeds.
OK

mustard seeds (yellow)

Small round seeds with a sharp, pungent flavor used whole or ground in condiments and spice blends.
OK

dried red chilli
OK

firming agent
OK

calcium chloride

A simple inorganic salt used as a coagulant, firming agent, or acidity regulator in foods.
UPF

flavouring

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

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Common questions about Gherkins with chilli

Is Gherkins with chilli ultra-processed?

Yes — Gherkins with chilli by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes “flavouring,” which indicates industrial flavor additives. These extracted or synthesized additives fall under NOVA ultra-processed criteria, even though the base food (pickled gherkins) and most other ingredients are minimally processed or culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Gherkins with chilli are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Gherkins with chilli as an ultra-processed marker: flavouring. 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.