S&B GOLDEN CURRY

JAPANESE CURRY MIX IN BLOCK

Barcode 4901002075415

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — JAPANESE CURRY MIX IN BLOCK is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and refined ingredients including flavour enhancers (E621 monosodium glutamate, E627 disodium guanylate, E631 disodium inosinate) and caramel colour (E150a), which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods. It also uses palm oil, a highly processed refined oil.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

vegetable oils (palm oil, rapeseed oil)
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

curry powder 7
OK

7% (turmeric, coriander, cumin, fenugreek, orange peel, spices)
OK

flavour enhancers: e621
OK

e627
OK

e631
OK

colour: e150a
OK

spices (pepper, garlic, celery seed, mustard)
OK

malic acid

An organic acid used as a acidity regulator and flavouring component in foods; often derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about JAPANESE CURRY MIX IN BLOCK

Is JAPANESE CURRY MIX IN BLOCK ultra-processed?

Yes — JAPANESE CURRY MIX IN BLOCK by S&B GOLDEN CURRY is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and refined ingredients including flavour enhancers (E621 monosodium glutamate, E627 disodium guanylate, E631 disodium inosinate) and caramel colour (E150a), which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods. It also uses palm oil, a highly processed refined oil.

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.