Knorr

Vegetable Stock cubes 8 x imp

Barcode 5000184161165

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Yes — Vegetable Stock cubes 8 x imp is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives, including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), yeast extract (a processed flavor enhancer), flavourings, maltodextrin (an industrially processed refined carbohydrate), and caramel syrup. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

salt

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

vegetable fats (palm, shea, sal)
OK

potato starch

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

yeast extract

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

sugar

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

onion powder (2.3%)
OK

carrots (1.5%)
OK

herbs (1.3%) (parsley, tarragon)
OK

spices (_celery_ seeds, garlic powder, turmeric, pepper, parsley roots)
OK

tomato powder (0.9%)
OK

red pepper (bell pepper)

A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
UPF

caramel syrup

A syrup produced from sugar with caramelization and often additional flavorings or color, used as a sweetener or flavoring in beverages and desserts; a processed syrup product.
OK

flavourings (contain _celery_)
OK

leek

A vegetable in the onion family with a mild, sweet flavour, often used as a flavour base or side dish.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.

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Common questions about Vegetable Stock cubes 8 x imp

Is Vegetable Stock cubes 8 x imp ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Stock cubes 8 x imp by Knorr is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives, including palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), yeast extract (a processed flavor enhancer), flavourings, maltodextrin (an industrially processed refined carbohydrate), and caramel syrup. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Stock cubes 8 x imp are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Vegetable Stock cubes 8 x imp as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, caramel syrup, maltodextrin. 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.