Mug Shot

Original Tomato & Herb Pasta

Barcode 5021476000504

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Yes — Original Tomato & Herb Pasta is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to NOVA, including dried glucose syrup, maltodextrin, palm oil (a highly refined oil), natural flavourings, emulsifiers (sodium polyphosphate, trisodium phosphate), and stabilisers (dipotassium phosphate, trisodium citrate). The presence of these industrial formulations and additives classifies the product as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

nutal once boilin weighs 26 relate to th of the 264 dried pasta (durum wheat semolina]. tomato powder (9%), sugar, potato starch, dried glucose syrup, salt, palm oil, maltodextrin, natural flavourings)
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

emulsifiers (sodium polyphosphate, trisodium phosphate). colour (paprika typical w extract). milk protein
OK

stabilisers (dipotassium phosphate. trisodium citrate)
OK

basil

A leafy herb with a sweet, peppery aroma used fresh or dried to season sauces, pizzas, and Mediterranean dishes.
OK

dried parsley. allergy advice:

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Common questions about Original Tomato & Herb Pasta

Is Original Tomato & Herb Pasta ultra-processed?

Yes — Original Tomato & Herb Pasta by Mug Shot is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives according to NOVA, including dried glucose syrup, maltodextrin, palm oil (a highly refined oil), natural flavourings, emulsifiers (sodium polyphosphate, trisodium phosphate), and stabilisers (dipotassium phosphate, trisodium citrate). The presence of these industrial formulations and additives classifies the product as ultra-processed (UPF).

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.