Goldenfry

Gravy Granules

Barcode 5010105001760

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Yes — Gravy Granules is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list is valid. It contains several industrial additives and formulations that place it in NOVA group 4, including: palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), colour (ammonia caramel, an industrial colouring agent), flavouring (contains soya, an added industrial flavouring), flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium guanylate), and an emulsifier (soya lecithin). These additives and processing aids go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

salt

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

wheat flour

Wheat flour is a milled grain product used as a base for breads and pastries; the note indicates fortification with calcium carbonate, iron, and niacin.
OK

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
UPF

caramel color (ammonia-treated)

Food colorant produced by caramelisation of sugars with ammonia (ammonia caramel), used to impart brown color in foods.
UPF

flavouring

Flavoring agent (may be natural or artificial); may contain soy as an allergen.
UPF

flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium guanylate)

Industrial flavor enhancers: monosodium glutamate (MSG) and disodium guanylate; commonly used to boost savory umami flavor.
OK

emulsifier (soya lecithin). allergy advice: for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

please see ingredients in bold contains 60 servings

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Common questions about Gravy Granules

Is Gravy Granules ultra-processed?

Yes — Gravy Granules by Goldenfry is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list is valid. It contains several industrial additives and formulations that place it in NOVA group 4, including: palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), colour (ammonia caramel, an industrial colouring agent), flavouring (contains soya, an added industrial flavouring), flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium guanylate), and an emulsifier (soya lecithin). These additives and processing aids go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Gravy Granules are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Gravy Granules as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, caramel color (ammonia-treated), flavouring, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium guanylate). 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.