Batchelors

Pasta 'n' sauce Tomato, onion & herb

Barcode 5000354405082

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Yes — Pasta 'n' sauce Tomato, onion & herb is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains UPF ingredients, including flavourings (an industrial additive) and yeast extract powder (a processed flavor enhancer). Other ingredients like tomato powder, onion powder, and basil extract also indicate industrial processing beyond basic culinary use.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

pasta whirls 68% (durum _wheat_ semolina, _wheat_ flour)
OK

tomato powder 13%
OK

sugar

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

wheat flour

Fortified wheat flour with added vitamins and minerals (calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin).
UPF

yeast extract powder

Powdered extract derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, rich in amino acids and umami; used as a flavor enhancer.
OK

onion powder 2%
OK

salt

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

sunflower oil

Oil extracted from sunflower seeds, used as a basic cooking fat.
OK

palm

A basic vegetable fat derived from the fruit of oil palms commonly used as a cooking oil; non-animal, widely used in foods.
OK

herbs 0.5% (parsley, oregano)
OK

roasted garlic

Garlic cloves that have been roasted to develop a sweeter, milder flavor.
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.
UPF

beetroot red color

A color additive derived from beetroot used to impart red color to foods; often an extracted pigment or synthetic/colorant added to enhance appearance.
UPF

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
UPF

basil extract

An extract derived from basil leaves, used as a flavoring or aroma enhancer; it is produced through processing and concentration.

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Common questions about Pasta 'n' sauce Tomato, onion & herb

Is Pasta 'n' sauce Tomato, onion & herb ultra-processed?

Yes — Pasta 'n' sauce Tomato, onion & herb by Batchelors is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains UPF ingredients, including flavourings (an industrial additive) and yeast extract powder (a processed flavor enhancer). Other ingredients like tomato powder, onion powder, and basil extract also indicate industrial processing beyond basic culinary use.

Which ingredients in Pasta 'n' sauce Tomato, onion & herb are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Pasta 'n' sauce Tomato, onion & herb as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract powder, flavourings, beetroot red color, citric acid, basil extract. 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.