Heinz

Heinz alphabetti pasta

Barcode 5000157063922

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Yes — Heinz alphabetti pasta is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrially processed additives and extracts, specifically: modified cornflour, onion extract, and spice extract. These extracted/modified ingredients are used for texture, stabilization, and flavor enhancement and fall under NOVA ultra-processed components. Other ingredients like sugar and citric acid are permitted basic ingredients or simple acids and do not change the classification, which is already determined by the presence of the UPF additives.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

pasta shapes

Dried pasta shapes made from durum wheat semolina and water; a basic staple food used for meals.
OK

tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes used as an ingredient; common fruit/vegetable in salads, sauces, and cooking.
OK

water

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

sugar

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

modified starch (corn)

Chemically or enzymatically modified starch used as a thickener and texture enhancer in processed foods.
OK

salt

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

citric acid

A food-grade acidity regulator and additive derived from citrus; widely used to acidify and preserve foods.
OK

spice

Diverse plant-derived flavoring agents used to season foods; typically used in small amounts.
OK

garlic salt

A seasoned salt product comprising salt and garlic powder or granules, used as a quick flavoring agent.
UPF

onion extract

A liquid extract derived from onions used as a flavoring agent in foods.
UPF

spice extract

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

iron sulfate

A inorganic salt of iron used as a dietary supplement or as a fortifying mineral in foods; commonly encountered as ferrous sulfate in nutrition contexts.
OK

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.

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Common questions about Heinz alphabetti pasta

Is Heinz alphabetti pasta ultra-processed?

Yes — Heinz alphabetti pasta by Heinz 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 several industrially processed additives and extracts, specifically: modified cornflour, onion extract, and spice extract. These extracted/modified ingredients are used for texture, stabilization, and flavor enhancement and fall under NOVA ultra-processed components. Other ingredients like sugar and citric acid are permitted basic ingredients or simple acids and do not change the classification, which is already determined by the presence of the UPF additives.

Which ingredients in Heinz alphabetti pasta are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Heinz alphabetti pasta as ultra-processed markers: modified starch (corn), citric acid, onion extract, spice extract. 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.