Paxo

Sage & onion Stuffing

Barcode 5000354909689

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Yes — Sage & onion Stuffing is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains industrially processed ingredients and additives, specifically vegetable oils (palm, sunflower), which are pre-identified UPF ingredients, and barley malt extract, which is an industrial flavor enhancer. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients according to NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

A basic cereal flour from wheat with added minerals (calcium, iron) and vitamins (niacin) for nutrition fortification.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

dried onion

Dried onion is dehydrated onion used as a flavoring or base ingredient; 15% indicates its proportion in a blend.
UPF

vegetable oils

Basic culinary oils derived from plants; refined palm and sunflower oils are common in cooking and processing.
OK

salt

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

dried sage

Dried leaves of sage, used as an herb for seasoning.
OK

dried parsley

Dried leaves of parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Used as a fresh-herb substitute that provides a mild, bright, slightly grassy flavor; common in Europe and North America.
OK

raising agents (ammonium carbonates, sodium hydrogen carbonate)

Raising agents ammonium carbonate and sodium hydrogen carbonate (baking soda) used to leaven baked goods.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.

Common questions about Sage & onion Stuffing

Is Sage & onion Stuffing ultra-processed?

Yes — Sage & onion Stuffing by Paxo is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains industrially processed ingredients and additives, specifically vegetable oils (palm, sunflower), which are pre-identified UPF ingredients, and barley malt extract, which is an industrial flavor enhancer. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Sage & onion Stuffing are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Sage & onion Stuffing as ultra-processed markers: vegetable oils, Barley Malt 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.