Plant Protein Mince

Barcode 4335619132269

Yes — Plant Protein Mince is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed due to presence of industrial ingredients and additives including concentrated palmkernel oil, aromas, emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), thickener (xanthan gum), flavoring, and acetic acid, which fall under NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

salt cured pea protein mince
OK

water

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

salt

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

coconut oil

Oil pressed from mature coconuts, used for cooking and baking.
OK

concentrated palmkernel oil
OK

potato starch

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

aromas

A flavoring agent or blend used to impart scent or taste to foods; often a mixture of natural and/or artificial compounds.
UPF

sunflower lecithin

Emulsifier derived from sunflower seeds used to stabilize emulsions in foods.
UPF

vegetable extracts

Concentrated components extracted from vegetables; used as flavorings or colorings in foods; generally produced through processing.
OK

white pepper

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

savory
OK

nutmeg

A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.
OK

fennel extract
OK

roasted garlic powder

Dry, granulated form of garlic with roasting flavor; a basic single-ingredient food product.
OK

corn starch

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

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

acetic acid

A simple carboxylic acid used as an acidulant and flavoring additive in foods; a chemical ingredient.
UPF

xanthan gum

A polysaccharide used as a thickening and stabilizing food additive produced by bacterial fermentation; widely used in sauces, dressings, and gluten-free products.
OK

vitamins: b2 b12
UPF

flavoring

A broad, often undefined ingredient that provides taste. In commercial products, flavorings can be natural or artificial and may include esters, solvents, or other additives.
OK

coconut concentrate

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Common questions about Plant Protein Mince

Is Plant Protein Mince ultra-processed?

Yes — Plant Protein Mince is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed due to presence of industrial ingredients and additives including concentrated palmkernel oil, aromas, emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), thickener (xanthan gum), flavoring, and acetic acid, which fall under NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Plant Protein Mince are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Plant Protein Mince as ultra-processed markers: aromas, sunflower lecithin, vegetable extracts, xanthan gum, flavoring. 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.