Waitrose

Ginger Paste

Barcode 5000169651551

Yes — Ginger Paste is ultra-processed.

The ginger paste contains citric acid (listed as acid), which is an industrially extracted additive. Under the NOVA system, the presence of this kind of additive makes the product ultra-processed. Other ingredients like sunflower oil, sugar, cornflour, water, ginger purée, and salt are not ultra-processed on their own, but the inclusion of citric acid is sufficient to classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

ginger purée

A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
OK

water

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

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

cornflour

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

salt

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

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
OK

sugar

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

Common questions about Ginger Paste

Is Ginger Paste ultra-processed?

Yes — Ginger Paste by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ginger paste contains citric acid (listed as acid), which is an industrially extracted additive. Under the NOVA system, the presence of this kind of additive makes the product ultra-processed. Other ingredients like sunflower oil, sugar, cornflour, water, ginger purée, and salt are not ultra-processed on their own, but the inclusion of citric acid is sufficient to classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Ginger Paste are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Ginger Paste as an ultra-processed marker: citric acid. 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.