Hendersons (Sheffield) Ltd,Henderson's

Henderson's Relish

Barcode 5021016990999

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Yes — Henderson's Relish is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA Group 4 foods. Specifically: sugar syrup (an industrially processed refined sugar product), caramel colour e150c (a manufactured colouring agent), acetic acid listed as an added acidulant, and the artificial sweetener saccharin. Any one of these would be sufficient to classify the product as UPF, and in combination they clearly indicate an ultra-processed formulation.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

sugar

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

colour - caramel e150c

A caramel coloring used in foods; E150c is a type of caramel color produced by high-temperature processing of sugar with acids, alkalis or ammonium compounds.
UPF

sugar syrup

A syrup derived from refined sugar, often an inverted or processed sugar solution used as a sweetener.
OK

salt

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

tamarind

The fruit of Tamarindus indica, used as a souring agent, flavoring, or ingredient in cuisines. It is a natural fruit pulp.
OK

acetic acid

A simple carboxylic acid used in food processing, commonly as a pickling agent and acidity regulator. Food-grade acetic acid is essentially vinegar without aroma.
OK

cayenne pepper

Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
OK

cloves

Dried flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum, with a warm, pungent, sweet-spicy flavor used whole or ground in spice blends and dishes.
UPF

saccharin sweetener

A synthetic sweetener used as an artificial sugar substitute; commonly found in tabletop sweeteners and processed foods.
OK

garlic oil

Oil infused with garlic flavor, used as a cooking oil or flavoring. Could be pure garlic-infused oil or a formulation with additives.

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Common questions about Henderson's Relish

Is Henderson's Relish ultra-processed?

Yes — Henderson's Relish by Hendersons (Sheffield) Ltd,Henderson's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA Group 4 foods. Specifically: sugar syrup (an industrially processed refined sugar product), caramel colour e150c (a manufactured colouring agent), acetic acid listed as an added acidulant, and the artificial sweetener saccharin. Any one of these would be sufficient to classify the product as UPF, and in combination they clearly indicate an ultra-processed formulation.

Which ingredients in Henderson's Relish are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Henderson's Relish as ultra-processed markers: colour - caramel e150c, sugar syrup, saccharin sweetener. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Henderson's Relish?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Biona Organic Worcestershire Sauce by Biona, Worcester sauce by Tesco. 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.