Tesco

Dijon Mustard

Barcode 5051140474201

No — Dijon Mustard is not ultra-processed.

Contains water, mustard seed, vinegar, salt, and a common preservative (sodium metabisulphite). This preservative alone does not make it ultra-processed under the given rules, and there are no industrial sweeteners, flavourings, emulsifiers, or refined industrial syrups/oils present.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

_mustard_ seed (30%)
OK

spirit vinegar

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

salt

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

preservative sodium _metabisulphite_. allergy advice for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. suitable for vegetarians

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Common questions about Dijon Mustard

Is Dijon Mustard ultra-processed?

No — Dijon Mustard by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains water, mustard seed, vinegar, salt, and a common preservative (sodium metabisulphite). This preservative alone does not make it ultra-processed under the given rules, and there are no industrial sweeteners, flavourings, emulsifiers, or refined industrial syrups/oils present.

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.