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Hash Browns

Barcode 4335619011625
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Not Ultra-Processed

No — Hash Browns is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are potatoes, sunflower oil, dehydrated potatoes, salt, spice, and onion powder. These are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or ultra-processed sugars, so this would not be classified as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    potatoes
    A basic staple root vegetable, usually used as a base ingredient for mashed, fried, or baked potato dishes. In this form, simply potatoes with no added fat beyond the included oil in the recipe.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A basic edible oil derived from sunflower seeds. Used for cooking and frying; in this context likely as a cooking fat component in a potato-based product.
  • OK
    dehydrated potatoes
    Powdery or granulated dried potatoes obtained by removing water, used as a base or extender in snacks and mixes.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    spice
    Diverse plant-derived flavoring agents used to season foods; typically used in small amounts.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.

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Common questions about Hash Browns

Is Hash Browns ultra-processed?

No — Hash Browns by Harvest Basket is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are potatoes, sunflower oil, dehydrated potatoes, salt, spice, and onion powder. These are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or ultra-processed sugars, so this would not be classified as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

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.

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