Drivers

Pickled Mini Onions

Barcode 5021698400427

Yes — Pickled Mini Onions is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sodium metabisulphite, a preservative that is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life, which fits NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

silverskin onions
OK

water

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

4* balsamic vinegar
OK

honey

A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
OK

salt

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

sodium metabisulphite

A sulfur-containing preservative used to inhibit oxidation and browning in foods; it is an additive often used in dried fruits, wines, and beverages. May cause allergic/kata-sensitive reactions in some individuals.

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Common questions about Pickled Mini Onions

Is Pickled Mini Onions ultra-processed?

Yes — Pickled Mini Onions by Drivers is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sodium metabisulphite, a preservative that is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life, which fits NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed ingredients.

Which ingredients in Pickled Mini Onions are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Pickled Mini Onions as an ultra-processed marker: sodium metabisulphite. 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.