Biona Organic

Organic kimchi

Q: Is Organic kimchi ultra-processed?

No — Organic kimchi by Biona Organic is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains only fresh vegetables (napa cabbage, white cabbage, carrots, radish, onion, bell pepper, tomatoes), spices and aromatics (ginger, chilli, garlic), and sea salt. The only processing is traditional fermentation and use of tomato from concentrate, which is still a basic ingredient, not an industrial formulation. There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore this product is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

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No — Organic kimchi is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains only fresh vegetables (napa cabbage, white cabbage, carrots, radish, onion, bell pepper, tomatoes), spices and aromatics (ginger, chilli, garlic), and sea salt. The only processing is traditional fermentation and use of tomato from concentrate, which is still a basic ingredient, not an industrial formulation. There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore this product is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

napa cabbage (30%)
OK

white cabbage (28%)
OK

carrots (20%) radish
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

tomatoes (from concentrate)
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
OK

bell pepper

A fresh, crunchy vegetable with a sweet, slightly peppery flavor commonly used in salads, stir-fries, and stuffed dishes.
OK

chilli* (<1%)
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.

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Common questions about Organic kimchi

Is Organic kimchi ultra-processed?

No — Organic kimchi by Biona Organic is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains only fresh vegetables (napa cabbage, white cabbage, carrots, radish, onion, bell pepper, tomatoes), spices and aromatics (ginger, chilli, garlic), and sea salt. The only processing is traditional fermentation and use of tomato from concentrate, which is still a basic ingredient, not an industrial formulation. There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore this product is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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?