Gravy granules

Barcode 5010105001845

Scanned 6 times by Nomi users

Yes — Gravy granules is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains several industrial ingredients/additives characteristic of UPFs, including palm oil (a highly refined industrial oil), flavouring (contains soya) and flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), colour (ammonia caramel), and emulsifier (soya lecithin). These additives and processed ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and are used to modify flavour, colour, and texture, fitting NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

5 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

flavouring

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

monosodium glutamate

A flavor-enhancing additive used to intensify taste.
UPF

caramel color (ammonia-treated)

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

ground sage
UPF

Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin)

Soya lecithin is a natural emulsifier derived from soybeans, used to improve the texture and shelf life of food products.

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Common questions about Gravy granules

Is Gravy granules ultra-processed?

Yes — Gravy granules is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains several industrial ingredients/additives characteristic of UPFs, including palm oil (a highly refined industrial oil), flavouring (contains soya) and flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), colour (ammonia caramel), and emulsifier (soya lecithin). These additives and processed ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and are used to modify flavour, colour, and texture, fitting NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Gravy granules are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Gravy granules as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, flavouring, monosodium glutamate, caramel color (ammonia-treated), Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin). 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.