The ingredient list is valid. This is an ultra-processed product because it contains several industrial additives, including acidity regulator (acetic acid), stabiliser (xanthan gum), modified maize starch, and preservative (potassium sorbate). These additives are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification.
The NOVA system classifies foods into four groups based on how much industrial processing they've undergone. This product falls into Group 4 — ultra-processed food products containing industrial additives such as emulsifiers, flavour enhancers, or hydrogenated oils.
Product information comes from public databases and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.