Aldi

6 large vegetable spring rolls

Barcode 4088600483474

Yes — 6 large vegetable spring rolls is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains fully refined soya oil, which is a highly processed refined vegetable oil used in industrial food production rather than a basic culinary fat. The presence of this refined oil is sufficient to categorize the spring rolls as ultra-processed under the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

vegetables (55%) (cabbage, mung beansprouts, carrot, green pepper, shiitake mushroom)
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

filo pastry (34%) (wheat flour, fully refined soya oil, salt)
OK

fully refined soya oil
OK

soy sauce (water, soya bean, wheat flour, salt)
OK

sugar

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

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

salt

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

sesame oil

A purely extracted oil from sesame seeds used for cooking and finishing; a common culinary oil.
OK

white pepper

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

potato starch

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

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Common questions about 6 large vegetable spring rolls

Is 6 large vegetable spring rolls ultra-processed?

Yes — 6 large vegetable spring rolls by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains fully refined soya oil, which is a highly processed refined vegetable oil used in industrial food production rather than a basic culinary fat. The presence of this refined oil is sufficient to categorize the spring rolls as ultra-processed under the NOVA system.

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.