Tesco

Tesco Mint Sauce 180G

Barcode 5031021953612

Scanned 26 times by Nomi users

Yes — Tesco Mint Sauce 180G is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several ultra-processed additives: stabiliser (xanthan gum), flavouring, and a colouring agent (copper complexes of chlorophyllin complex). These are industrial additives not used in home cooking and are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

reconstituted mint

Herb used for flavor; mint leaves reconstituted from dried form.
OK

white wine vinegar (sulphites)

Vinegar produced from white wine, may contain sulfur-based preservative/sulphites.
OK

sugar (sulphites)

Granulated sugar; refined sugar often used as sweetener.
OK

water

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

balsamic vinegar

A traditional aged vinegar produced from grape must and wine vinegar, known for its sweet-sour flavor and dark color. Used as a culinary ingredient and finishing touch in many cuisines.
UPF

stabiliser (xanthan gum)

Xanthan gum, a thickening agent used as a stabiliser.
OK

salt

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

chlorophyllin copper complex color (food color)

A green food coloring made from copper complexes of chlorophyllin; commonly used as a color additive in foods and beverages. It is a synthetic or semi-synthetic processing product.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Tesco Mint Sauce 180G

Is Tesco Mint Sauce 180G ultra-processed?

Yes — Tesco Mint Sauce 180G by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several ultra-processed additives: stabiliser (xanthan gum), flavouring, and a colouring agent (copper complexes of chlorophyllin complex). These are industrial additives not used in home cooking and are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Tesco Mint Sauce 180G are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Tesco Mint Sauce 180G as ultra-processed markers: stabiliser (xanthan gum), chlorophyllin copper complex color (food color), flavouring. 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.