Heinz

Heinz Tomato and Chilli Sauce

Barcode 5000157146311

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No — Heinz Tomato and Chilli Sauce is not ultra-processed.

This tomato and chilli arrabbiata sauce contains only basic culinary ingredients such as tomatoes, tomato puree, onion, extra virgin olive oil, vegetables, herbs, spices, sea salt, and lemon juice concentrate. These are all minimally processed foods or traditional kitchen ingredients and do not include industrial flavorings, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, or other cosmetic additives associated with ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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tomato

A fruit (culinary vegetable) used as a fresh, canned, or cooked ingredient. Commonly consumed raw or cooked in dishes.
OK

tomato puree

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

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
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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.
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red pepper (bell pepper)

A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
OK

sea salt

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

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

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
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chilli

Hot pungent plant fruit used to add spiciness. Typically used fresh, dried, or powdered.
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lemon juice concentrate

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

Pungent spice ground from peppercorns; potential allergen warnings indicate cross-contamination risk.

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Common questions about Heinz Tomato and Chilli Sauce

Is Heinz Tomato and Chilli Sauce ultra-processed?

No — Heinz Tomato and Chilli Sauce by Heinz is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This tomato and chilli arrabbiata sauce contains only basic culinary ingredients such as tomatoes, tomato puree, onion, extra virgin olive oil, vegetables, herbs, spices, sea salt, and lemon juice concentrate. These are all minimally processed foods or traditional kitchen ingredients and do not include industrial flavorings, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, or other cosmetic additives associated with ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

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.