Tesco

Chilli Paste

Barcode 5053947370465

Scanned 9 times by Nomi users

No — Chilli Paste is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists mainly of basic culinary ingredients: chilli purée, water, chilli flakes, salt, corn starch, and sugar. The only additive is citric acid used as an acidity regulator, which is a common basic food additive allowed under the rules and does not on its own make the product ultra-processed. There are no industrial flavorings, refined industrial syrups, emulsifiers, thickeners, stabilizers, or other characteristic UPF additives.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

chilli purée (60%)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

chilli flakes (10%)
OK

salt

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

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
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sugar

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

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Common questions about Chilli Paste

Is Chilli Paste ultra-processed?

No — Chilli Paste by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists mainly of basic culinary ingredients: chilli purée, water, chilli flakes, salt, corn starch, and sugar. The only additive is citric acid used as an acidity regulator, which is a common basic food additive allowed under the rules and does not on its own make the product ultra-processed. There are no industrial flavorings, refined industrial syrups, emulsifiers, thickeners, stabilizers, or other characteristic UPF additives.

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.