Heinz

Tomato Sauce for Bolognese

Barcode 5000157146281

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No — Tomato Sauce for Bolognese is not ultra-processed.

This tomato sauce contains only basic culinary ingredients such as vegetables, extra virgin olive oil, salt, vinegar, herbs, and spices. It does not include industrial additives, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, refined industrial sugars, or other markers of ultra-processing, so it would not be classified as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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tomato (67%)
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tomato puree

A cooked, strained tomato product used as a base in sauces and dishes.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

celery

A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
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carrot

A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
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extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
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apple juice concentrate

Concentrated apple juice obtained by removing water; used as a sweetener or flavoring ingredient.
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basil

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

A dried leaf of the bay laurel tree used to impart a distinctive herbal, slightly floral aroma to soups, sauces, and braises.
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rosemary

A fragrant herb used fresh or dried to season dishes and compounds like oils and butters.
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thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
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black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Tomato Sauce for Bolognese

Is Tomato Sauce for Bolognese ultra-processed?

No — Tomato Sauce for Bolognese by Heinz is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This tomato sauce contains only basic culinary ingredients such as vegetables, extra virgin olive oil, salt, vinegar, herbs, and spices. It does not include industrial additives, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, refined industrial sugars, or other markers of ultra-processing, so it would not be classified as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

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.