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ketchup by Stockwell,Tesco
Stockwell,Tesco

ketchup

Barcode 5057753934767
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — ketchup is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This ketchup is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients/additives: fructose (an industrially extracted sugar), modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF thickener), and flavouring (an industrial flavor additive). Other ingredients like sugar, salt, tomato purée, spirit vinegar, citric acid, onion powder, and spices are not UPF on their own, but the presence of the listed UPF additives makes the overall product UPF according to NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    tomato purée
    A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
  • OK
    spirit vinegar
    A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
  • OK
    fructose
    A simple sugar derived from fruit and honey; a monosaccharide commonly used as a sweetener.
  • UPF
    modified maize starch
    A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    citric acid
    A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
  • OK
    spices
    diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
  • OK
    prepared from 120g of tomatoes per 100g of tomato ketchup

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Common questions about ketchup

Is ketchup ultra-processed?

Yes — ketchup by Stockwell,Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This ketchup is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients/additives: fructose (an industrially extracted sugar), modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF thickener), and flavouring (an industrial flavor additive). Other ingredients like sugar, salt, tomato purée, spirit vinegar, citric acid, onion powder, and spices are not UPF on their own, but the presence of the listed UPF additives makes the overall product UPF according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in ketchup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in ketchup as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to ketchup?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Tomato Ketchup by Heinz, Tomato Ketchup by Sainsbury's, By Sainsbury's, SO Organic Tomato Ketchup by Sainsbury's. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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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