Vegetable Stock

Barcode 5000354927751

Yes — Vegetable Stock is ultra-processed.

Contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including maltodextrin, dried glucose syrup, yeast extract, and natural flavoring, which are industrial formulations and flavor enhancers beyond basic culinary processing.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

vegetable extracts (from carrot, onion, leek, garlic, parsley, spinach, celery, broccoli, green pepper, yellow pepper, red pepper, tomato) 48%
OK

salt

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

dried glucose syrup

Concentrated, dried form of glucose syrup, a refined sweetener derived from carbohydrates.
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

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
UPF

natural flavoring

Flavoring agents derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; often composed of essential oils, extracts, or blends.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

dried carrot

A dried form of carrot root, used as a dehydrated vegetable ingredient; retains color and some sweetness.
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

dried tomato

Dehydrated tomato fruit, used as a seasoning or ingredient; provides tomato flavor with extended shelf life.
OK

dried garlic

Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
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

dried celery

Dried form of celery stalks used as a culinary herb/ingredient.
OK

herbs (sage, thyme, oregano)
OK

black pepper

Ground or whole black pepper used as a spice to add heat and aroma.

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Common questions about Vegetable Stock

Is Vegetable Stock ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Stock is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including maltodextrin, dried glucose syrup, yeast extract, and natural flavoring, which are industrial formulations and flavor enhancers beyond basic culinary processing.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Stock are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Vegetable Stock as ultra-processed markers: dried glucose syrup, maltodextrin, yeast extract, natural flavoring. 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.