Heinz

Tomato and Basil Soup

Barcode 5000157064448

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Yes — Tomato and Basil Soup is ultra-processed.

The product contains ultra-processed ingredients such as modified cornflour and spice extracts, which are industrial ingredients/additives according to NOVA. Therefore, the soup is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

tomatoes

Juicy, red, commonly used fresh or cooked in dishes; a basic produce item with high water content.
OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

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

dried skimmed milk

Dried skimmed milk is powdered milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient to provide protein and calcium.
OK

milk proteins

Proteins derived from milk (e.g., casein, whey proteins) used as a food ingredient to add texture, nutrition, or functional properties.
OK

cream

A dairy product consisting of the high-fat layer skimmed from milk; commonly used as a ingredient to add richness and fat to dishes.
OK

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

herb extracts

Concentrated flavoring derived from herbs, used to impart herbaceous notes in foods.
OK

herb

A general culinary plant used to flavor dishes; lacks specificity of species.
UPF

spice extracts

Concentrated flavouring derived from spices; a processed extract used to impart aroma or taste.
OK

citric acid

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

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Common questions about Tomato and Basil Soup

Is Tomato and Basil Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Tomato and Basil Soup by Heinz is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains ultra-processed ingredients such as modified cornflour and spice extracts, which are industrial ingredients/additives according to NOVA. Therefore, the soup is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Which ingredients in Tomato and Basil Soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Tomato and Basil Soup as ultra-processed markers: modified starch (corn), spice extracts. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Tomato and Basil Soup?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Cream of tomato soup by M&S, Cream of Tomato Soup by Yeo Valley. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.