Tesco

Spaghetti hoops

Barcode 5057753125431

Scanned 15 times by Nomi users

Yes — Spaghetti hoops is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including glucose-fructose syrup, modified maize starch, and unspecified flavouring. These are industrial formulations and additives characteristic of NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed foods).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

pasta (42%) [water
OK

durum wheat semolina]
OK

tomato purée (38%)
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.
UPF

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
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

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

citric acid

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

flavouring. allergy advice for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. suitable for vegans nutrition as sold typical values ½ of a can per (205g)

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Common questions about Spaghetti hoops

Is Spaghetti hoops ultra-processed?

Yes — Spaghetti hoops by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including glucose-fructose syrup, modified maize starch, and unspecified flavouring. These are industrial formulations and additives characteristic of NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed foods).

Which ingredients in Spaghetti hoops are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Spaghetti hoops as ultra-processed markers: glucose-fructose syrup, 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.