Tesco

British Mushy Peas

Barcode 5051622056130

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Yes — British Mushy Peas is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives: colours (copper chlorophyllin complex) and carotenes, which are extracted/synthesized color additives not found in traditional cooking. The peas themselves and basic ingredients (water, sugar, salt) are not UPF, but the presence of these colour additives makes the overall product UPF under NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

processed peas (95%) [water
OK

dried peas]
OK

water

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

sugar

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

salt

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

colours (copper chlorophyllin complex)
UPF

carotenes

A group of carotenoid pigments used as a natural colorant; provides orange-yellow coloration.

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Common questions about British Mushy Peas

Is British Mushy Peas ultra-processed?

Yes — British Mushy Peas by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives: colours (copper chlorophyllin complex) and carotenes, which are extracted/synthesized color additives not found in traditional cooking. The peas themselves and basic ingredients (water, sugar, salt) are not UPF, but the presence of these colour additives makes the overall product UPF under NOVA guidelines.

Which ingredients in British Mushy Peas are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in British Mushy Peas as an ultra-processed marker: carotenes. 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.