Richmond

8 Meat Free Sausages

Barcode 5000342000459

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Yes — 8 Meat Free Sausages is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives, including natural flavouring, rusk (wheat) as a processed texturizing agent, stabilisers (sodium alginate, guar gum, methyl cellulose), coconut oil as a highly refined fat, added soya protein as an isolated protein ingredient, generic flavourings, and yeast extract and spice extracts (e.g. black pepper extract, capsicum extract, mace extract, nutmeg extract) used as concentrated flavour enhancers. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Ingredients

12 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

rehydrated textured soya and wheat protein (15%)(water, soya protein, wheat protein, salt, soya bean oil)
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
UPF

rusk (wheat)

A twice-baked or anhydrous wheat-based biscuit-like product, often used as a snack or ingredient in dishes.
UPF

sodium alginate (stabiliser)

A natural seaweed-derived polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabiliser in foods and confectionery.
UPF

guar gum

A natural thickening and gelling agent derived from the guar bean (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba). Commonly used in dairy, sauces, and baked goods.
UPF

methyl cellulose; coconut oil

A mixture containing methyl cellulose, an industrial thickener/additive, and coconut oil (a basic culinary oil).
UPF

soy protein

A protein extracted from soybeans, often used as a meat substitute or texturized protein. It is a processed soy product.
OK

wheat starch

Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.
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

salt

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

potato fibre

A dietary fibre ingredient derived from potatoes, used to increase fiber content and modify texture.
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

colouring foods: beetroot
OK

safflower; herbs
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
UPF

black pepper extract

A concentrated extract from black pepper used to impart aroma and slight heat.
UPF

capsicum extract

A spice-derived extract from Capsicum peppers, used for flavor and/or heat in foods.
OK

coriander extract
OK

ginger extract
UPF

mace extract

A natural flavoring derived from the aril of the nutmeg spice, used to impart warm, spicy notes in foods.
UPF

nutmeg extract

Concentrated essence extracted from nutmeg; used for its aromatic flavor.

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Common questions about 8 Meat Free Sausages

Is 8 Meat Free Sausages ultra-processed?

Yes — 8 Meat Free Sausages by Richmond is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives, including natural flavouring, rusk (wheat) as a processed texturizing agent, stabilisers (sodium alginate, guar gum, methyl cellulose), coconut oil as a highly refined fat, added soya protein as an isolated protein ingredient, generic flavourings, and yeast extract and spice extracts (e.g. black pepper extract, capsicum extract, mace extract, nutmeg extract) used as concentrated flavour enhancers. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in 8 Meat Free Sausages are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 12 ingredients in 8 Meat Free Sausages as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, rusk (wheat), sodium alginate (stabiliser), guar gum, methyl cellulose; coconut oil, soy protein, flavourings, yeast extract, black pepper extract, capsicum extract, mace extract, nutmeg extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to 8 Meat Free Sausages?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including 6 Veggie Sausages by Chef Select, Lidl, Veggie Cocktail Sausages by Gosh!. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.