Pickled Beetroot

Barcode 5000128835763

Yes — Pickled Beetroot is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This pickled beetroot contains ultra-processed additives: acid (acetic acid) and preservative (potassium sorbate), which are industrial additives used for acidity control and preservation. According to the rules, the presence of these identified UPF ingredients means the product must be classified as ultra-processed (UPF), even though the base ingredients (beetroot, water, spirit vinegar, sugar, salt) are minimally processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

beetroot

Root vegetable from the beet family, commonly eaten raw, roasted, or pickled; naturally sweet and earthy flavor.
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.
OK

acetic acid

Acetic acid used as acidity regulator or acidulant in foods; a simple, standalone chemical often used in small amounts to adjust pH and flavor.
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.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.

Common questions about Pickled Beetroot

Is Pickled Beetroot ultra-processed?

Yes — Pickled Beetroot is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This pickled beetroot contains ultra-processed additives: acid (acetic acid) and preservative (potassium sorbate), which are industrial additives used for acidity control and preservation. According to the rules, the presence of these identified UPF ingredients means the product must be classified as ultra-processed (UPF), even though the base ingredients (beetroot, water, spirit vinegar, sugar, salt) are minimally processed.

Which ingredients in Pickled Beetroot are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Pickled Beetroot as an ultra-processed marker: potassium sorbate. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.