Heinz

Light Mayonnaise

Barcode 5000157076427

Yes — Light Mayonnaise is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and preservatives, specifically potassium sorbate (a preservative) and calcium disodium EDTA (an antioxidant and stabilizing additive). These are extracted/synthesized additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system. Other ingredients like water, rapeseed oil, eggs, vinegar, sugar, salt, lemon juice concentrate, mustard seeds, and spices are not UPF on their own, but the presence of the listed additives makes the final product UPF.

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

egg

A basic animal protein used widely in cooking; pasteurised for safety.
OK

spirit vinegar

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

egg yolk

The yolk portion of eggs, rich in fats and proteins, pasteurised for safety.
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.

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Common questions about Light Mayonnaise

Is Light Mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Yes — Light Mayonnaise 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 industrial additives and preservatives, specifically potassium sorbate (a preservative) and calcium disodium EDTA (an antioxidant and stabilizing additive). These are extracted/synthesized additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system. Other ingredients like water, rapeseed oil, eggs, vinegar, sugar, salt, lemon juice concentrate, mustard seeds, and spices are not UPF on their own, but the presence of the listed additives makes the final product UPF.

Which ingredients in Light Mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Light Mayonnaise 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.