Encona, Grace Foods

Exxxxtra hot pepper sauce

Barcode 5012389670762

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Yes — Exxxxtra hot pepper sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and processing aids including modified corn starch (amidon de maïs modifié), xanthan gum (gomme xanthane) as a stabilizer, and potassium sorbate (sorbate de potassium) as a preservative. These extracted and synthesized additives place the product in NOVA Group 4 (UPF).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

purée de piments forts (55%) (piments (89%) (piments habanero, piments scotch bonnet, piments bhut jolokia), sel, acide: acide acetique)
OK

water

A clear, tasteless liquid essential for life; widely used as a primary cooking and beverage ingredient.
OK

salt

A mineral compound used as a seasoning and preservative; is a fundamental food ingredient.
OK

acide: acide acétique
OK

onion powder

Powdered onion, used as a basic seasoning and flavoring.
OK

piment langue d'oiseau
OK

poudre d'ail
OK

poudre de moutarde
OK

amidon de mais modifie
OK

stabilisateur: gomme xanthane. conservateur: sorbate de potassium. avertissement allergenes: les ingredients allergenes
OK

sont imprimés en gras

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Common questions about Exxxxtra hot pepper sauce

Is Exxxxtra hot pepper sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Exxxxtra hot pepper sauce by Encona, Grace Foods is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and processing aids including modified corn starch (amidon de maïs modifié), xanthan gum (gomme xanthane) as a stabilizer, and potassium sorbate (sorbate de potassium) as a preservative. These extracted and synthesized additives place the product in NOVA Group 4 (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.