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Rich & velvety Mayonnaise by Waitrose
Waitrose

Rich & velvety Mayonnaise

Barcode 5000169199152
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Rich & velvety Mayonnaise is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives/flavouring agents such as flavouring (contains mustard), which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    pasteurised free range egg (8%)
  • OK
    extra virgin olive oil
    Pure first-pressing olive oil, unrefined and used as a primary fat in cooking.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    spirit vinegar
    A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
  • OK
    pasteurised free range egg yolk
    Pasteurised egg yolk from free-range hens, used as a base ingredient or in custards and sauces.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    lemon juice from concentrate
    Lemon juice that has been concentrated and often reconstituted for liquid use in cooking and beverages.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • UPF
    flavouring
    Flavoring agent; may include mustard as an allergen; can be synthetic or natural.
  • OK
    colour paprika extract

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Common questions about Rich & velvety Mayonnaise

Is Rich & velvety Mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Yes — Rich & velvety Mayonnaise by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives/flavouring agents such as flavouring (contains mustard), which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Rich & velvety Mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Rich & velvety Mayonnaise as an ultra-processed marker: flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Rich & velvety Mayonnaise?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including SO organic Mayonnaise by Sainsbury's, Real Mayonnaise by Stokes, Duchy Organic Mayonnaise by Waitrose & Partners. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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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