Tesco

Evaporated Milk

Barcode 5000462690424

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — Evaporated Milk is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive disodium phosphate, a stabiliser used to modify texture and stability, which is an industrial additive under NOVA. Vitamin D3 fortification alone would not make it UPF, but the presence of disodium phosphate does.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
OK

stabiliser (disodium phosphate)
OK

vitamin d3

A fat-soluble vitamin (cholecalciferol) used to support calcium absorption and bone health; commonly added to foods or supplements.

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Common questions about Evaporated Milk

Is Evaporated Milk ultra-processed?

Yes — Evaporated Milk by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive disodium phosphate, a stabiliser used to modify texture and stability, which is an industrial additive under NOVA. Vitamin D3 fortification alone would not make it UPF, but the presence of disodium phosphate does.

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.