Marigold

Organic Swiss Vegetable Vegan Bouillon Powder

Barcode 5016084235516

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Yes — Organic Swiss Vegetable Vegan Bouillon Powder is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains maltodextrin (from maize), an industrially processed sugar, and yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient and flavor enhancer. These ingredients indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing per NOVA criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

sea salt

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

maltodextrin (from maize)
OK

vegetables 8.3% (onion, carrot, parsnip, pumpkin)
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

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
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

mushrooms (white mushroom, shiitake)
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

concentrated vegetable juice (onion, carrot)
OK

lovage

A leafy herb used for its celery-like flavor in soups, stews, and sauces.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

fennel seed

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Common questions about Organic Swiss Vegetable Vegan Bouillon Powder

Is Organic Swiss Vegetable Vegan Bouillon Powder ultra-processed?

Yes — Organic Swiss Vegetable Vegan Bouillon Powder by Marigold is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains maltodextrin (from maize), an industrially processed sugar, and yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient and flavor enhancer. These ingredients indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing per NOVA criteria.

Which ingredients in Organic Swiss Vegetable Vegan Bouillon Powder are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Organic Swiss Vegetable Vegan Bouillon Powder 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.