Asda

Vegetable Stock Cubes (12 x)

Barcode 5050854977459

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Yes — Vegetable Stock Cubes (12 x) is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. Glucose syrup and maltodextrin are refined, industrially extracted sugars. Yeast extract is a processed flavour enhancer. Flavouring is an added industrial flavoring agent. These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though it also contains some basic culinary ingredients and dried vegetables.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

salt

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

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

vegetable oil [palm oil
OK

sunflower oil

Oil pressed from sunflower seeds, used for cooking and frying.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

sugar

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

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

celeriac

A root vegetable (also known as celery root) used as a savory ingredient in soups, stews, and mashed dishes.
OK

roasted onions
OK

dried carrots
OK

tomato powder

Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
OK

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

dried leeks
UPF

flavouring

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

red peppers
OK

caramel sugar syrup
OK

maltodextrin. allergy advice! for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. may also contain traces of nuts. no artificial colours
OK

flavours or hydrogenated fat

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Common questions about Vegetable Stock Cubes (12 x)

Is Vegetable Stock Cubes (12 x) ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Stock Cubes (12 x) by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. Glucose syrup and maltodextrin are refined, industrially extracted sugars. Yeast extract is a processed flavour enhancer. Flavouring is an added industrial flavoring agent. These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though it also contains some basic culinary ingredients and dried vegetables.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Stock Cubes (12 x) are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Vegetable Stock Cubes (12 x) as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, yeast extract, 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.