Waitrose

Gnocci

Barcode 5000169634950

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Yes — Gnocci is ultra-processed.

The gnocchi contains several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients, including acidity regulator (lactic acid), preservative (sorbic acid), and unspecified flavouring. These are extracted or synthesized additives typical of industrial formulations, so the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato purée (water, dried potato)
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
UPF

lactic acid

A naturally occurring organic acid used as a acidity regulator and preservative in foods; often added as E270 to adjust pH and inhibit microbial growth.
OK

salt

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

sorbic acid

Sorbic acid, a chemical preservative used to inhibit mold, yeast and fungi in foods.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Gnocci

Is Gnocci ultra-processed?

Yes — Gnocci by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The gnocchi contains several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients, including acidity regulator (lactic acid), preservative (sorbic acid), and unspecified flavouring. These are extracted or synthesized additives typical of industrial formulations, so the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Gnocci are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Gnocci as ultra-processed markers: lactic acid, sorbic acid, flavouring. 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?

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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.