Tesco

Mashed Potato

Barcode 5052910938930

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No — Mashed Potato is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic foods: potato, skimmed milk, butter, salt, and white pepper. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or emulsifiers. Therefore, according to NOVA, this is not an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

potato

A starchy tuber, a common staple food used as a vegetable. Can be prepared in many ways (boiled, fried, baked).
OK

skimmed milk (20%)
OK

butter (milk) (1.5%)
OK

salt

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

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Mashed Potato

Is Mashed Potato ultra-processed?

No — Mashed Potato by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic foods: potato, skimmed milk, butter, salt, and white pepper. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or emulsifiers. Therefore, according to NOVA, this is not an ultra-processed food.

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.