Dunn’s River

Jamaican jerk seasoning

Barcode 5012389672490

Scanned 11 times by Nomi users

No — Jamaican jerk seasoning is not ultra-processed.

All listed ingredients are basic culinary ingredients (spices, herbs, vegetables, brown sugar, vinegar, salt, water) with no isolated industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or emulsifiers. Therefore, under NOVA, this would not be classified as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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pepper mash (west salt)
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escallion mash (escallion, salt)
OK

garlic

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

brown sugar

Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
OK

water

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

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
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cane vinegar
OK

salt

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

pimento
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onion

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

nutmeg

A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.
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thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
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ginger

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

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Jamaican jerk seasoning

Is Jamaican jerk seasoning ultra-processed?

No — Jamaican jerk seasoning by Dunn’s River is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). All listed ingredients are basic culinary ingredients (spices, herbs, vegetables, brown sugar, vinegar, salt, water) with no isolated industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or emulsifiers. Therefore, under NOVA, this would not be classified as ultra-processed.

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.