Chicken Gravy Mix

Barcode 5000175477725

Yes — Chicken Gravy Mix is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including dried glucose syrup (an industrial sugar), flavour enhancer monosodium glutamate, yeast extract, flavourings, and the colour ammonium caramel. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (wheat, with added calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin)
OK

salt

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

dried glucose syrup

Concentrated, dried form of glucose syrup, a refined sweetener derived from carbohydrates.
UPF

monosodium glutamate

A flavor-enhancing additive used to intensify taste.
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

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

chicken fat (27%)
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

sugar

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

concentrated chicken extract (2%)
OK

colour (ammonium caramel)

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Common questions about Chicken Gravy Mix

Is Chicken Gravy Mix ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Gravy Mix is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including dried glucose syrup (an industrial sugar), flavour enhancer monosodium glutamate, yeast extract, flavourings, and the colour ammonium caramel. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Chicken Gravy Mix are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Chicken Gravy Mix as ultra-processed markers: dried glucose syrup, monosodium glutamate, yeast extract, flavourings. 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.