Bisto

Bisto Gravy Granules

Barcode 5000354919527

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Yes — Bisto Gravy Granules is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and UPF ingredients, including maltodextrin, palm fat, colour (ammonia caramel), flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), emulsifier (soya lecithin), and flavourings. These additives and refined ingredients are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato starch

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

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
OK

salt

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

caramel color (ammonia-treated)

Food colorant produced by caramelisation of sugars with ammonia (ammonia caramel), used to impart brown color in foods.
OK

sugar

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

flavourings flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides emulsifier (soya lecithin), black pepper extract, rosemary extract, onion oil)

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Common questions about Bisto Gravy Granules

Is Bisto Gravy Granules ultra-processed?

Yes — Bisto Gravy Granules by Bisto is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and UPF ingredients, including maltodextrin, palm fat, colour (ammonia caramel), flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), emulsifier (soya lecithin), and flavourings. These additives and refined ingredients are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Bisto Gravy Granules are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Bisto Gravy Granules as ultra-processed markers: maltodextrin, palm fat, caramel color (ammonia-treated). 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.