Oxo

Oxo Beef

Barcode 5000175411187

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Yes — Oxo Beef is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including yeast extract, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium guanylate), colour (ammonia caramel), autolysed yeast extract, dried beef bonestock, flavourings, and acidity regulator (lactic acid). These are industrial formulations and additives used for flavour, colour, and preservation, so the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground grain flour from wheat, treated with minerals (calcium, iron) and vitamins (niacin, thiamin) often used for baking. In this form, also has salt included.
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
UPF

flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium guanylate)

Industrial flavor enhancers: monosodium glutamate (MSG) and disodium guanylate; commonly used to boost savory umami flavor.
UPF

caramel color (ammonia-treated)

Food colorant produced by caramelisation of sugars with ammonia (ammonia caramel), used to impart brown color in foods.
OK

beef fat

Rendered beef fat used for flavor and cooking fat in meat dishes. Common cooking fat from bovine sources.
UPF

autolysed yeast extract

A processed flavoring produced by enzymatic breakdown of yeast cells, used to add savoriness (umami) to foods.
UPF

dried beef bone stock

Concentrated stock made from beef bones, dried for shelf stability and intensified umami, used as a seasoning or base.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

sugar

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.

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Common questions about Oxo Beef

Is Oxo Beef ultra-processed?

Yes — Oxo Beef by Oxo is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including yeast extract, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium guanylate), colour (ammonia caramel), autolysed yeast extract, dried beef bonestock, flavourings, and acidity regulator (lactic acid). These are industrial formulations and additives used for flavour, colour, and preservation, so the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Oxo Beef are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Oxo Beef as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium guanylate), caramel color (ammonia-treated), autolysed yeast extract, dried beef bone stock, flavourings, lactic 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?

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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.