Tesco

Wholegrain mustard

Barcode 5051140474263

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No — Wholegrain mustard is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are basic culinary ingredients (vinegar, mustard seed/flour, water, salt, sugar, spices). No industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, or flavorings are present, so it is not ultra-processed by NOVA criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

black mustard seed (30%)
OK

water

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

spirit vinegar

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

mustard flour

Ground mustard seeds used as a spice or condiment; a basic, natural ingredient derived from mustard seeds.
OK

salt

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

sugar

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

ground cinnamon

A finely ground spice obtained from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, with warm, sweet-aromatic flavor used for seasoning and baking.
OK

pimento powder
OK

turmeric powder. allergy advice for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. suitable for vegetarians

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Common questions about Wholegrain mustard

Is Wholegrain mustard ultra-processed?

No — Wholegrain mustard by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are basic culinary ingredients (vinegar, mustard seed/flour, water, salt, sugar, spices). No industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, or flavorings are present, so it is not ultra-processed by NOVA criteria.

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.