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Seriously zesty lemon curd

Barcode 5000169134238

Yes — Seriously zesty lemon curd is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains lemon oil and preservative sulphur dioxide, which are pre-identified ultra-processed ingredients. It also includes a gelling agent (agar), which is an extracted additive. These industrially processed additives move the product into the ultra-processed NOVA category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

pasteurised free range egg (20%)
OK

salted butter (20%) (milk)
OK

lemon concentrate (8%)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

lemon zest (1%)
UPF

lemon oil

A volatile essential oil extracted from lemon peels, used as a citrus flavoring or aroma in foods.
OK

gelling agent agar
UPF

sulphur dioxide

A chemical preservative and antioxidant gas used in food processing to prevent browning and spoilage; commonly added as sulfur dioxide or sulfites in dried fruits, wine, and other products.

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Common questions about Seriously zesty lemon curd

Is Seriously zesty lemon curd ultra-processed?

Yes — Seriously zesty lemon curd by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains lemon oil and preservative sulphur dioxide, which are pre-identified ultra-processed ingredients. It also includes a gelling agent (agar), which is an extracted additive. These industrially processed additives move the product into the ultra-processed NOVA category.

Which ingredients in Seriously zesty lemon curd are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Seriously zesty lemon curd as ultra-processed markers: lemon oil, sulphur dioxide. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.