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Minced Garlic Paste

Barcode 5013635389520

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No — Minced Garlic Paste is not ultra-processed.

This garlic paste contains mainly garlic with basic culinary ingredients (rapeseed oil, sugar, salt) and simple food acids (acetic acid, citric acid). These are common cooking ingredients and basic additives, not industrial formulations like flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, or highly processed syrups, so it is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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garlic (95%)
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rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

acetic acid

A simple carboxylic acid used as an acidulant and flavoring additive in foods; a chemical ingredient.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.

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Common questions about Minced Garlic Paste

Is Minced Garlic Paste ultra-processed?

No — Minced Garlic Paste by ktc is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This garlic paste contains mainly garlic with basic culinary ingredients (rapeseed oil, sugar, salt) and simple food acids (acetic acid, citric acid). These are common cooking ingredients and basic additives, not industrial formulations like flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, or highly processed syrups, so it is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.