Dolmio,Mars

stir in pasta sauce

Barcode 5010034002357

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Yes — stir in pasta sauce is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed additive. All products containing modified maize starch must be considered ultra-processed according to the given rules. Other ingredients like citric acid, sunflower oil, herbs, vegetables, and sugar are not UPF by themselves, but the presence of modified maize starch is sufficient to classify the entire product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

tomatoes (59%)
OK

tomato paste (21%)
OK

sunflower oil

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

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

basil (1.9%)
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

roasted onion paste
OK

roasted garlic

Garlic cloves that have been roasted to develop a sweeter, milder flavor.
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

spice

Diverse plant-derived flavoring agents used to season foods; typically used in small amounts.

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Common questions about stir in pasta sauce

Is stir in pasta sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — stir in pasta sauce by Dolmio,Mars is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed additive. All products containing modified maize starch must be considered ultra-processed according to the given rules. Other ingredients like citric acid, sunflower oil, herbs, vegetables, and sugar are not UPF by themselves, but the presence of modified maize starch is sufficient to classify the entire product as UPF.

Which ingredients in stir in pasta sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in stir in pasta sauce as an ultra-processed marker: modified maize starch. 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.