TESCO

Mackerel in spicy tomato sauce

Barcode 5052319210767

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

No — Mackerel in spicy tomato sauce is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are mackerel, tomato purée, sugar, spirit vinegar, salt, and spices. These are all basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or flavorings, so the product is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

mackerel (65%)
OK

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

sugar

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

cayenne pepper

Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
OK

fennel

A flavorful, aromatic herb with feathery leaves and a bulbous base, used as an herb or vegetable in cooking.
OK

aniseed
OK

cumin

A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.

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Common questions about Mackerel in spicy tomato sauce

Is Mackerel in spicy tomato sauce ultra-processed?

No — Mackerel in spicy tomato sauce by TESCO is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are mackerel, tomato purée, sugar, spirit vinegar, salt, and spices. These are all basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or flavorings, so the product is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.