Colman's

Colman's Mustard

Barcode 50147311

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Yes — Colman's Mustard is ultra-processed.

The mustard contains xanthan gum, which is an industrial thickener and a marker of ultra-processing. Citric acid is also an added industrial acidulant. Because it includes these ultra-processed additives, it is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF) under the NOVA system.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

mustard flour

Ground mustard seeds used as a spice and thickening/seasoning ingredient in sauces and condiments.
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

wheat flour (fortified)

Fine ground cereal flour from wheat with added vitamins and minerals (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin).
OK

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
OK

citric acid

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

xanthan gum

A fermented polysaccharide thickener used as a food additive to improve texture.

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Common questions about Colman's Mustard

Is Colman's Mustard ultra-processed?

Yes — Colman's Mustard by Colman's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The mustard contains xanthan gum, which is an industrial thickener and a marker of ultra-processing. Citric acid is also an added industrial acidulant. Because it includes these ultra-processed additives, it is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF) under the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Colman's Mustard are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Colman's Mustard as an ultra-processed marker: xanthan gum. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Colman's Mustard?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Whole Grain Mustard by Bramwells, Wholegrain mustard by Tesco, Wholegrain mustard by Morrisons. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.

Colman's Mustard

Ingredients

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Common questions about Colman's Mustard

Is Colman's Mustard ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Colman's Mustard are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Colman's Mustard?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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