Condensed cream of mushroom soup

Barcode 5000232901040

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Yes — Condensed cream of mushroom soup is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA ultra-processed ingredients, including modified maize starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), flavouring (an industrial flavour additive), flavour enhancers such as monosodium glutamate and disodium 5'-ribonucleotides, and the colour additive ammonia caramel. These extracted/industrial additives and processing aids go beyond basic culinary ingredients and therefore place this soup in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

mushrooms (8%)
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

milk proteins

Proteins derived from milk (e.g., casein, whey proteins) used as a food ingredient to add texture, nutrition, or functional properties.
OK

wheat flour (contains calcium carbonate, iron, thiamin, niacin)
OK

salt

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

double cream

A high-fat dairy cream skimmed from cow’s milk, commonly used for whipping and adding richness to dishes.
UPF

flavouring

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

flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'- ribonucleotides)
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

colour (ammonia caramel). allergens in bold

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Common questions about Condensed cream of mushroom soup

Is Condensed cream of mushroom soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Condensed cream of mushroom soup is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA ultra-processed ingredients, including modified maize starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), flavouring (an industrial flavour additive), flavour enhancers such as monosodium glutamate and disodium 5'-ribonucleotides, and the colour additive ammonia caramel. These extracted/industrial additives and processing aids go beyond basic culinary ingredients and therefore place this soup in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in Condensed cream of mushroom soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Condensed cream of mushroom soup as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, 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.