Specially Selected

Mint Sauce

Barcode 4088600570976

Scanned 6 times by Nomi users

Yes — Mint Sauce is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains flavourings, which are industrial additives according to NOVA. All other ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of flavourings is sufficient to classify the whole product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

mint (33%)
OK

white wine vinegar (contains sulphites)
OK

water

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

sugar

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

balsamic vinegar of modena pgi (4.5%) [wine vinegar (contains sulphites)
OK

grape must (contains sulphites)]
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

salt

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

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.

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Common questions about Mint Sauce

Is Mint Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Mint Sauce by Specially Selected is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains flavourings, which are industrial additives according to NOVA. All other ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of flavourings is sufficient to classify the whole product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Mint Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Mint Sauce as an ultra-processed marker: flavourings. 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.