Heinz

heinz mayo light

Barcode 5000157076403

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Yes — heinz mayo light is ultra-processed.

This mayonnaise is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and highly processed ingredients, including preservative (potassium sorbate) and antioxidant (calcium disodium EDTA), which are used to extend shelf life and maintain product stability. These additives, along with the overall ready-to-eat industrial formulation, place it in the NOVA ultra-processed food category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

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 rapeseed (canola). Used for frying or as an ingredient in dressings.
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

pasteurized egg** 3
OK

5%
OK

špirit vinegar
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.
OK

pasteurized egg yolk** 1%
OK

lemon juice concentrate

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

mustard seeds

Dried seeds of the mustard plant used whole or ground to flavor condiments, sauces, pickles, and spice blends.
OK

spice

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

calcium disodium edta

A chelating agent and antioxidant used in small amounts in food to bind trace metals and extend shelf-life.
OK

**from free range eggs
OK

made with free range eggs
OK

y absolutely no added colours
OK

flavours or artificial thickeners
OK

"heinz light mayonnaise has 60% less fat than regular mayonnaise ohj
OK

heinz foods uk ltd
OK

hayes
OK

middlesex
OK

ub4 8al
OK

uk careline 0800 5285757 (roi 1800 995311)
OK

www
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heinz
OK

co
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uk e 420 g-400 ml 400 a

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Common questions about heinz mayo light

Is heinz mayo light ultra-processed?

Yes — heinz mayo light by Heinz is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This mayonnaise is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and highly processed ingredients, including preservative (potassium sorbate) and antioxidant (calcium disodium EDTA), which are used to extend shelf life and maintain product stability. These additives, along with the overall ready-to-eat industrial formulation, place it in the NOVA ultra-processed food category.

Which ingredients in heinz mayo light are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in heinz mayo light as ultra-processed markers: potassium sorbate, calcium disodium edta. 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.