Tesco

Tartare sauce

Barcode 5051898979362

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — Tartare sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and thickeners such as xanthan gum (a stabiliser) and potassium sorbate (a preservative). These extracted, isolated additives are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

syrup

A sweet, viscous liquid produced from sugar or starch that is used as a sweetener or flavoring in foods.
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

gherkin (7%) acidity regulator (acetic acid)
OK

preservative. (potassium sorbate)
OK

stabiliser (xanthan gum). dried parsley
OK

white wine vinegar. 15g allergy advice for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. suitable for vegetarians

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Common questions about Tartare sauce

Is Tartare sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Tartare sauce by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and thickeners such as xanthan gum (a stabiliser) and potassium sorbate (a preservative). These extracted, isolated additives are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system.

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.