Kallo

Kallo organic umami

Barcode 5013665115618

Scanned 5 times by Nomi users

Yes — Kallo organic umami is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes sustainable palm oil (a highly refined palm fruit oil) and yeast extract and natural flavour, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives used for flavor enhancement.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

sustainable palm oil*
OK

potato starch

A basic starch extracted from potatoes used as a thickener or binder in foods.
OK

vegetables* (onion* 5%, tomato* 3%)
UPF

yeast extract

Extracted flavor enhancer derived from yeast; a processed additive.
OK

herbs* & spices (garlic*, turmeric*, ginger*, lovage*)
OK

sugar

A basic sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; typically granulated form used widely in cooking and baking.
OK

mushroom* 1.2%
OK

lovage natural flavour. *certified organic allergen advice may contain celery

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Common questions about Kallo organic umami

Is Kallo organic umami ultra-processed?

Yes — Kallo organic umami by Kallo is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes sustainable palm oil (a highly refined palm fruit oil) and yeast extract and natural flavour, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives used for flavor enhancement.

Which ingredients in Kallo organic umami are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Kallo organic umami 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.