Morrisons

Tomato Pasta Sauce

Barcode 5010525135441

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Yes — Tomato Pasta Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, an industrially modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer, which falls under NOVA ultra-processed ingredients. Other ingredients like citric acid, sugar, and basic oils are not UPF on their own, but the presence of modified starch is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

tomatoes (62%)
OK

tomato paste (12%)
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

bacolod red wine (6)
OK

carrot

A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
OK

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

sugar

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

water

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

*celery*
OK

salt

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

modified maize
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.

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Common questions about Tomato Pasta Sauce

Is Tomato Pasta Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Tomato Pasta Sauce by Morrisons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, an industrially modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer, which falls under NOVA ultra-processed ingredients. Other ingredients like citric acid, sugar, and basic oils are not UPF on their own, but the presence of modified starch is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.

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.