Vadasz

Kimchi

Barcode 5010292970221

Scanned 35 times by Nomi users

No — Kimchi is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are basic, minimally processed foods (vegetables, sea salt, spices, and aromatics) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, flavor enhancers, or emulsifiers, so this kimchi is not ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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napa cabbage

Napa cabbage is a mild-flavored, pale-green leafy vegetable with crinkled leaves, commonly used in East Asian cuisine for stir-fries, soups, and pickles.
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carrots

Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
OK

spring onion

A fresh allium with a mild onion flavor, used as a garnish or in dishes.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

chilli powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
OK

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.

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Common questions about Kimchi

Is Kimchi ultra-processed?

No — Kimchi by Vadasz is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are basic, minimally processed foods (vegetables, sea salt, spices, and aromatics) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, flavor enhancers, or emulsifiers, so this kimchi is not ultra-processed according to NOVA.

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.