Heinz

Seriously Good Light Mayonnaise

Barcode 5000157143075

Yes — Seriously Good Light Mayonnaise is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This mayonnaise is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several additives and industrial ingredients, notably preservative (potassium sorbate) and antioxidant (calcium disodium EDTA), which are extracted/synthesized additives used to extend shelf life and prevent oxidation. These are clear markers of ultra-processing in the NOVA system. The product also includes starch as a texture modifier, but the key UPF-defining ingredients are the preservative and antioxidant.

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 pressed oil from rapeseed (canola); widely used culinary oil rich in unsaturated fats.
OK

starch

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

pasteurised free-range egg

A whole egg from free-range hens that has been pasteurized.
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

pasteurised free-range egg yolk

Egg yolk separated from pasteurized whole egg.
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 Seriously Good Light Mayonnaise

Is Seriously Good Light Mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Yes — Seriously Good Light Mayonnaise by Heinz is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This mayonnaise is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several additives and industrial ingredients, notably preservative (potassium sorbate) and antioxidant (calcium disodium EDTA), which are extracted/synthesized additives used to extend shelf life and prevent oxidation. These are clear markers of ultra-processing in the NOVA system. The product also includes starch as a texture modifier, but the key UPF-defining ingredients are the preservative and antioxidant.

Which ingredients in Seriously Good Light Mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Seriously Good 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.