Garlic Herb Olives

Barcode 5000128930994

Yes — Garlic Herb Olives is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains acetic acid and sulphites, which are industrial additives. These extracted, isolated additives place the product in the UPF category according to NOVA. Other ingredients like olives, garlic, lemon juice, herb dressing, salt, and citric acid are not UPF on their own, but the presence of acetic acid and sulphites is sufficient for UPF classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

pitted queen green olives
OK

whole garlic cloves
OK

lemon juice

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

herb dressing
OK

salt

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

acetic acid

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

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
UPF

sulphites

Sulfur-containing additives (e.g., sulfur dioxide) used as preservatives in foods and drinks.

Common questions about Garlic Herb Olives

Is Garlic Herb Olives ultra-processed?

Yes — Garlic Herb Olives is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains acetic acid and sulphites, which are industrial additives. These extracted, isolated additives place the product in the UPF category according to NOVA. Other ingredients like olives, garlic, lemon juice, herb dressing, salt, and citric acid are not UPF on their own, but the presence of acetic acid and sulphites is sufficient for UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Garlic Herb Olives are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Garlic Herb Olives as an ultra-processed marker: sulphites. 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.