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Gravy granules

Barcode 5000354923821

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Yes — Gravy granules is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and extracts, including maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), palm fat (a highly refined palm oil product), colour (ammonia caramel), flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), generic flavourings, and emulsifier (soya lecithin). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and fit the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

7 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.
UPF

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

Flavor-enhancing additives including monosodium glutamate and disodium 5'-ribonucleotides.
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

sugar

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

Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin)

Soya lecithin is a natural emulsifier derived from soybeans, used to improve the texture and shelf life of food products.
UPF

black pepper extract

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

rosemary extract

A natural extract from rosemary leaves used as a flavoring and/or antioxidant preservative in foods.
OK

onion oil

Oil infused with onion flavor, used to impart onion aroma and taste; typically a processed flavoring or finishing oil.

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Common questions about Gravy granules

Is Gravy granules ultra-processed?

Yes — Gravy granules by Bisto is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and extracts, including maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), palm fat (a highly refined palm oil product), colour (ammonia caramel), flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), generic flavourings, and emulsifier (soya lecithin). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and fit the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Gravy granules are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Gravy granules as ultra-processed markers: maltodextrin, palm fat, caramel color (ammonia-treated), flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), flavourings, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), black pepper 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.