Heinz

Chilli Base

Barcode 5000157150417

Scanned 7 times by Nomi users

No — Chilli Base is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are mainly whole or minimally processed foods (vegetables, herbs, spices, sea salt). Citric acid is a basic food additive permitted by the instructions and does not by itself make the product ultra-processed. There are no industrial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, or refined industrial syrups or oils present.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes, edible fruit often used as a vegetable in salads, sauces, and cooking.
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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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carrots

Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
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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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sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
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smoked paprika 0.34%
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citric acid

A weak organic acid used to regulate acidity in foods; commonly produced industrially via fermentation of sugars and used as a preservative and flavor enhancer.
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chilli powder 0.15%
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ground coriander seed

Ground seeds of the coriander plant; a spice used to add warm, citrusy notes.
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dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
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dried oregano

A dried herb from the oregano plant (Origanum vulgare). Offers pungent, warm, slightly bitter flavors and is widely used in Italian and Greek cooking.
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garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
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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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cumin 0.08% may contain peanuts
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almonds

Edible seeds of the Prunus dulcis tree; mildly sweet, versatile in sweet and savory dishes, rich in healthy fats, protein, and micronutrients.
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mustard

Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.

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Common questions about Chilli Base

Is Chilli Base ultra-processed?

No — Chilli Base by Heinz is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are mainly whole or minimally processed foods (vegetables, herbs, spices, sea salt). Citric acid is a basic food additive permitted by the instructions and does not by itself make the product ultra-processed. There are no industrial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, or refined industrial syrups or oils present.

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.