Korean style sweet chilli

Barcode 5032457717359

Yes — Korean style sweet chilli is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list is valid. It contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives associated with ultra-processed foods according to NOVA: glucose-fructose syrup (an industrial refined sugar syrup), modified maize starch (a chemically/physically modified starch used as a stabilizer/thickener), and colour: paprika extract (an isolated coloring additive). The presence of any of these ingredients is sufficient to classify the product as UPF. While other ingredients like water, sugar, spirit vinegar, garlic puree, salt, chilli flakes, and rapeseed oil are not UPF on their own, they do not change the classification once UPF additives are present.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

sugar

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

spirit vinegar

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

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
OK

salt

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

chili flakes

Crushed dried chili peppers used to add heat and flavor to dishes; a common spice.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
UPF

paprika extract

A concentrated pigment derived from paprika used as a colorant in foods.

Common questions about Korean style sweet chilli

Is Korean style sweet chilli ultra-processed?

Yes — Korean style sweet chilli is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list is valid. It contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives associated with ultra-processed foods according to NOVA: glucose-fructose syrup (an industrial refined sugar syrup), modified maize starch (a chemically/physically modified starch used as a stabilizer/thickener), and colour: paprika extract (an isolated coloring additive). The presence of any of these ingredients is sufficient to classify the product as UPF. While other ingredients like water, sugar, spirit vinegar, garlic puree, salt, chilli flakes, and rapeseed oil are not UPF on their own, they do not change the classification once UPF additives are present.

Which ingredients in Korean style sweet chilli are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Korean style sweet chilli as ultra-processed markers: glucose-fructose syrup, modified maize starch, paprika 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?

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.