Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Oil

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No — Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Oil is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are marinated sun-dried tomatoes in basic culinary oils (sunflower, extra virgin olive oil) with salt, oregano, and common acidity regulators/antioxidants (citric acid, ascorbic acid). These are minimally processed ingredients and standard preserving acids, with no industrial sweeteners, flavorings, emulsifiers, or other ultra-processed additives. Therefore it is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

marinated sun-dried tomatoes

Sun-dried tomatoes preserved with a marinade, typically including vinegar and possibly oil, herbs, or spices. Generally used as a vegetable/fruit ingredient in dishes and salads.
OK

salt

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

citric acid (acidity regulator)

Citric acid is a common food additive used to regulate acidity and preserve flavor. It is widely used in beverages and processed foods.
OK

ascorbic acid

Vitamin C; antioxidant used to prevent oxidation and preserve color and freshness in foods; a common food additive and nutrient.
OK

sunflower oil

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

extra virgin olive oil

Unrefined to lightly refined olive oil extracted from olives, used as a basic culinary fat.
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.

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Common questions about Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Oil

Is Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Oil ultra-processed?

No — Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Oil is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are marinated sun-dried tomatoes in basic culinary oils (sunflower, extra virgin olive oil) with salt, oregano, and common acidity regulators/antioxidants (citric acid, ascorbic acid). These are minimally processed ingredients and standard preserving acids, with no industrial sweeteners, flavorings, emulsifiers, or other ultra-processed additives. Therefore it is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Oil are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Oil as an ultra-processed marker: citric acid (acidity regulator). 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.