Tesco

Tomato and Herb pasta sauce

Barcode 5057545092477

Scanned 25 times by Nomi users

Yes — Tomato and Herb pasta sauce is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient, as well as sodium saccharin, an artificial sweetener. These are industrial additives used to modify texture and sweetness, fitting NOVA criteria for UPFs.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

partially reconstituted tomato purée (41%)
OK

tomato (29%)
OK

water

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

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

salt

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

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

citric acid

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

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

sweetener (sodium saccharin). suitable for vegans storage

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Common questions about Tomato and Herb pasta sauce

Is Tomato and Herb pasta sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Tomato and Herb pasta sauce by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient, as well as sodium saccharin, an artificial sweetener. These are industrial additives used to modify texture and sweetness, fitting NOVA criteria for UPFs.

Which ingredients in Tomato and Herb pasta sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Tomato and Herb pasta sauce as an ultra-processed marker: modified maize starch. 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.