Light Soy sauce imp

Barcode 5010338404697

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Yes — Light Soy sauce imp is ultra-processed.

The product contains multiple ultra-processed additives according to NOVA. Specifically, it includes colour (plain caramel) and acidity regulator (lactic acid), which have been pre-identified as UPF ingredients, as well as preservative (potassium sorbate). These industrial additives make the overall product ultra-processed, even though some base ingredients (water, soy sauce extract, sugar, salt) are minimally processed foods or basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

soy sauce extract (15%) [water
OK

defatted wheat]
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

salt

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

plain caramel color

A food coloring produced by heating carbohydrates (often corn or sugar) with acids or alkalis to form a caramel color. Common in beverages and snacks.
UPF

lactic acid

A naturally occurring organic acid used as a acidity regulator and preservative in foods; often added as E270 to adjust pH and inhibit microbial growth.
OK

preservative (potassium sorbate). allergy advice: for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. may also contain peanuts and nuts. no artificial flavours. suitable for vegetarians and vegans

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Common questions about Light Soy sauce imp

Is Light Soy sauce imp ultra-processed?

Yes — Light Soy sauce imp is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains multiple ultra-processed additives according to NOVA. Specifically, it includes colour (plain caramel) and acidity regulator (lactic acid), which have been pre-identified as UPF ingredients, as well as preservative (potassium sorbate). These industrial additives make the overall product ultra-processed, even though some base ingredients (water, soy sauce extract, sugar, salt) are minimally processed foods or basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Light Soy sauce imp are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Light Soy sauce imp as ultra-processed markers: plain caramel color, lactic acid. 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.