Encona 1975 50 Years of Full No-Flavour Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce

Barcode 5012389670700

Yes — Encona 1975 50 Years of Full No-Flavour Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains partially inverted sugar syrup, an industrially processed sugar; xanthan gum, an industrial stabiliser; colour (paprika extract), an extracted colour additive; and preservative (potassium sorbate), an industrial preservative. These additives and industrial ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed formulations.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

partially inverted sugar syrup

A syrup in which sucrose has been partially inverted into glucose and fructose; produced via acid or enzymatic treatment; used as a sweetener and humectant in foods; typically industrially processed.
OK

chilli mash (15%) (chillies (73%))
OK

salt

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

acetic acid

Acetic acid used as acidity regulator or acidulant in foods; a simple, standalone chemical often used in small amounts to adjust pH and flavor.
OK

sugar

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

lime juice concentrate

Concentrated lime juice; a basic fruit juice ingredient used for flavoring and acidity.
OK

garlic

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

stabiliser (xanthan gut)
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
UPF

colour (paprika extract)

Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
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.
OK

acid (citric acid). chilli mash is from non-uk source

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Common questions about Encona 1975 50 Years of Full No-Flavour Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce

Is Encona 1975 50 Years of Full No-Flavour Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Encona 1975 50 Years of Full No-Flavour Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains partially inverted sugar syrup, an industrially processed sugar; xanthan gum, an industrial stabiliser; colour (paprika extract), an extracted colour additive; and preservative (potassium sorbate), an industrial preservative. These additives and industrial ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed formulations.

Which ingredients in Encona 1975 50 Years of Full No-Flavour Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Encona 1975 50 Years of Full No-Flavour Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce as ultra-processed markers: partially inverted sugar syrup, colour (paprika extract), 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?

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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.