Habanero Hot Sauce

Barcode 5010251601340

Yes — Habanero Hot Sauce is ultra-processed.

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.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

habanero chilli (27%)
OK

salt

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

acidity regulator (acetic acid)

Acetic acid used as an acidity regulator and food additive.
OK

onion powder

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

chilli pepper
UPF

stabiliser (xanthan gum)

Xanthan gum, a thickening agent used as a stabiliser.
UPF

modified maize starch

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

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.

Common questions about Habanero Hot Sauce

Is Habanero Hot Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Habanero Hot Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). 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.

Which ingredients in Habanero Hot Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Habanero Hot Sauce as ultra-processed markers: acidity regulator (acetic acid), stabiliser (xanthan gum), modified maize starch, potassium sorbate. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.