Baxters

Beef consomme

Barcode 5012427109407

Scanned 7 times by Nomi users

Yes — Beef consomme is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed extracts and additives, including yeast extract, onion extract, celery extract, spice extracts, bay extract, black pepper extract, and generic vegetable extracts. In particular, yeast extract, onion extract, and black pepper extract are pre-identified UPF ingredients. These extracted and concentrated flavoring ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

sherry (3%)
OK

gelatin

A protein derived from animal collagen used as a gelling agent in desserts and pastes.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

sugar

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

beef extract (0,2%)
UPF

onion extract

A liquid extract derived from onions used as a flavoring agent in foods.
OK

celery extract
UPF

vegetable extracts

Concentrated components extracted from vegetables; used as flavorings or colorings in foods; generally produced through processing.
OK

mixed peppers

A mix of different pepper varieties (commonly bell peppers and chili peppers), typically fresh and used as vegetables or in dishes.
OK

spice extracts (with celery)
OK

bay extract
UPF

black pepper extract

A concentrated extract from black pepper used to impart aroma and slight heat.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.

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Common questions about Beef consomme

Is Beef consomme ultra-processed?

Yes — Beef consomme by Baxters is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed extracts and additives, including yeast extract, onion extract, celery extract, spice extracts, bay extract, black pepper extract, and generic vegetable extracts. In particular, yeast extract, onion extract, and black pepper extract are pre-identified UPF ingredients. These extracted and concentrated flavoring ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Beef consomme are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Beef consomme as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, onion extract, vegetable extracts, black pepper extract. 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.