Hellmann’s

Hellmann’s Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise imp

Barcode 5000118078262

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — Hellmann’s Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise imp is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and processed ingredients, including modified corn starch, titanium dioxide and carotenes (added colours), xanthan gum (thickener), unspecified flavourings, potassium sorbate (preservative), and calcium disodium EDTA (antioxidant/chelating agent). These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
UPF

modified corn starch

A processed starch produced from corn by modifying its starch molecules for improved stability and texture.
OK

sugar

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

pasteurised free range egg & egg yolk (4%)
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

salt

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

cream powder (milk)

Dried cream, a dairy product with fat and protein; a processed dairy ingredient used to impart creaminess in foods.
OK

citrus fibre

Fibrous material derived from citrus fruits, used as dietary fiber and texturizer in foods.
OK

colours (titanium dioxide, carotenes)
UPF

xanthan gum

A fermented polysaccharide thickener used as a food additive to improve texture.
UPF

flavourings

A generic mixture of flavorings, including dairy ingredients.
OK

preservative (potassium sorbate) lemon juice concentrate
UPF

calcium disodium edta

A chelating agent and antioxidant used in small amounts in food to bind trace metals and extend shelf-life.

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Common questions about Hellmann’s Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise imp

Is Hellmann’s Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise imp ultra-processed?

Yes — Hellmann’s Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise imp by Hellmann’s is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and processed ingredients, including modified corn starch, titanium dioxide and carotenes (added colours), xanthan gum (thickener), unspecified flavourings, potassium sorbate (preservative), and calcium disodium EDTA (antioxidant/chelating agent). These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Hellmann’s Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise imp are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Hellmann’s Lighter Than Light Mayonnaise imp as ultra-processed markers: modified corn starch, xanthan gum, flavourings, calcium disodium edta. 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.