Tomato Garlic Pasta Sauce

Barcode 5000157154453

Yes — Tomato Garlic Pasta Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains acetic acid as an acidity regulator, which is an isolated additive used for preservation and processing, fitting the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

heinz tomato and garlic pasta sauce

A ready-to-use sauce made from tomatoes, garlic, and typical pasta sauce ingredients; used as a topping or base for pasta dishes.
OK

basil

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

black pepper

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

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

vegetable extract (onion, celery, carrot)

A flavoring ingredient obtained by extracting vegetables (onion, celery, carrot); commonly used as a seasoning or base in soups and sauces.
OK

acetic acid

A simple carboxylic acid used as an acidulant and flavoring additive in foods; a chemical ingredient.

Common questions about Tomato Garlic Pasta Sauce

Is Tomato Garlic Pasta Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Tomato Garlic Pasta Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains acetic acid as an acidity regulator, which is an isolated additive used for preservation and processing, fitting the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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.