Schwartz

Jamaican Jerk Seasoning

Barcode 50020720

Scanned 11 times by Nomi users

No — Jamaican Jerk Seasoning is not ultra-processed.

All ingredients are herbs, spices, basic culinary ingredients (salt, sugar, sunflower oil) and dried vegetables. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavourings, or other ultra-processed ingredients specified, so it does not meet the NOVA definition of an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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ground allspice (18%)
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chilli powder (15%) (chilli pepper, cumin, salt)
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oregano

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

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
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thyme (11%)
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dried onion

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

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

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
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sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
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black pepper (7%)
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dried garlic

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

Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
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turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
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dried red bell peppers
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bay leaves
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sunflower oil

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

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Common questions about Jamaican Jerk Seasoning

Is Jamaican Jerk Seasoning ultra-processed?

No — Jamaican Jerk Seasoning by Schwartz is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). All ingredients are herbs, spices, basic culinary ingredients (salt, sugar, sunflower oil) and dried vegetables. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavourings, or other ultra-processed ingredients specified, so it does not meet the NOVA definition of an ultra-processed food.

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.