Asda

Gherkins

Barcode 5052449308839

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Yes — Gherkins is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes "flavouring," which is an industrially produced additive/flavouring agent according to NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

gherkins
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

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

mustard seeds

Dried seeds of the mustard plant used whole or ground to flavor condiments, sauces, pickles, and spice blends.
OK

celery seeds

Dried seeds of the celery plant (Apium graveolens); a pungent, celery-like spice used to flavor dishes and pickles.
UPF

turmeric extract

A concentrated extract derived from the rhizome of turmeric (Curcuma longa), used as a spice/flavoring or functional ingredient in foods and supplements.
OK

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Common questions about Gherkins

Is Gherkins ultra-processed?

Yes — Gherkins by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes "flavouring," which is an industrially produced additive/flavouring agent according to NOVA guidelines.

Which ingredients in Gherkins are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Gherkins as an ultra-processed marker: turmeric 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.