Tesco

For Chicken Gravy Granules

Barcode 5051790857218

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Yes — For Chicken Gravy Granules is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil (a highly refined oil), flavourings, barley malt extract (industrially processed flavour enhancer), emulsifier (soya lecithins), and added colour (plain caramel), all of which are markers of industrial formulation under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

potato starch

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

palm oill wheat flour (wheat flour, carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin)
OK

salt

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

flavourings colour (plain caramel)
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
OK

emulsifier soya lecithins
OK

citric acid. allergy advice for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

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Common questions about For Chicken Gravy Granules

Is For Chicken Gravy Granules ultra-processed?

Yes — For Chicken Gravy Granules by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil (a highly refined oil), flavourings, barley malt extract (industrially processed flavour enhancer), emulsifier (soya lecithins), and added colour (plain caramel), all of which are markers of industrial formulation under NOVA.

Which ingredients in For Chicken Gravy Granules are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in For Chicken Gravy Granules as an ultra-processed marker: Barley Malt Extract. 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.