Chicken Mayo Sandwich

Barcode 5000128840378

Yes — Chicken Mayo Sandwich is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed due to presence of multiple industrial additives and extracts: modified starch, stabiliser (xanthan gum), maltodextrin, natural flavouring, spice extract, and preservative (potassium sorbate).

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

malted bread (55%) (wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, niacin, iron, thiamin), water, yeast, salt, barley malt extract)
OK

british chicken (22%)
OK

mayonnaise (14%) (vegetable oil (rapeseed oil, sunflower oil), water, sugar, spirit vinegar, egg yolk, modified starch, mustard (water, mustard seed, spirit vinegar, salt), stabiliser (xanthan gum), lemon juice concentrate, salt, vinegar, spirit vinegar)
OK

wheat starch

Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.
OK

cooked chicken (breast)
OK

spirit vinegar

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

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

seasoning (salt, maltodextrin, sugar, dried yeast, stabiliser (xanthan gum), onion powder, paprika extract)
OK

mustard seed

Small mustard seeds used as a spice with a pungent, hot flavor.
OK

garlic oil

Oil infused with garlic flavor, used as a cooking oil or flavoring. Could be pure garlic-infused oil or a formulation with additives.
OK

dried yeast

Dehydrated yeast used as a leavening agent or flavoring in baking and fermentation.
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

dried spinach
OK

dried oregano

A dried herb from the oregano plant (Origanum vulgare). Offers pungent, warm, slightly bitter flavors and is widely used in Italian and Greek cooking.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

green pepper

Green bell pepper, a fresh vegetable used for adding crunch and sweetness.
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
OK

cider vinegar

Fermented apple cider turned into a sour, acidic liquid used for dressings and as a flavoring.
OK

black pepper powder
OK

salt

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

thyme

A small-leaved, woody herb used as a seasoning for meats, vegetables, and soups; dried form concentrates its aromatic oils.
OK

dried coriander

Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum) used as a spice for flavoring; a single-ingredient dried herb.
OK

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
OK

basil

A leafy herb with a sweet, peppery aroma used fresh or dried to season sauces, pizzas, and Mediterranean dishes.
OK

sugar

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

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
UPF

spice extract

An extract obtained from spices to deliver concentrated aroma/flavor, commonly used in seasonings and processed foods.
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 Chicken Mayo Sandwich

Is Chicken Mayo Sandwich ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Mayo Sandwich is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed due to presence of multiple industrial additives and extracts: modified starch, stabiliser (xanthan gum), maltodextrin, natural flavouring, spice extract, and preservative (potassium sorbate).

Which ingredients in Chicken Mayo Sandwich are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Chicken Mayo Sandwich as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, spice extract, 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.