Baxters

Sri Lankan Sweet potatoe

Barcode 5012427309609

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Yes — Sri Lankan Sweet potatoe is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient. Other ingredients consistent with UPF classification include onion powder and garlic powder (industrial dehydrated and powdered ingredients) and an acidity regulator (citric acid).

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

sweet potato (23%)
OK

carrot

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

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

coconut cream

A creamy, dairy-free fat extract made from coconut meat and water. Common in Southeast Asian and tropical cuisines, used in curries, desserts, and beverages.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

ginger purée

A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

red chillies

Chili peppers used whole or dried to add heat and flavor to dishes.
OK

salt

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

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

sugar

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

acidity regulator (citric acid). butes to per can. aim for at least 5 different portions of fruit or veg a day

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Common questions about Sri Lankan Sweet potatoe

Is Sri Lankan Sweet potatoe ultra-processed?

Yes — Sri Lankan Sweet potatoe by Baxters is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient. Other ingredients consistent with UPF classification include onion powder and garlic powder (industrial dehydrated and powdered ingredients) and an acidity regulator (citric acid).

Which ingredients in Sri Lankan Sweet potatoe are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Sri Lankan Sweet potatoe as an ultra-processed marker: yeast 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.