Tomato Pepper Sauce

Barcode 5060092696326

Yes — Tomato Pepper Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sorbic acid, a preservative additive used to extend shelf life, which falls under industrial additives in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

red peppers (20%)
OK

onions (20%)
OK

tomatoes (20%)
OK

tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes, edible fruit often used as a vegetable in salads, sauces, and cooking.
OK

tomato juice

Liquid extracted from tomatoes, used as a beverage or base for sauces.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid used to regulate acidity in foods; commonly produced industrially via fermentation of sugars and used as a preservative and flavor enhancer.
OK

unrefined cane sugar

A basic sugar derived from sugarcane with minimal processing.
OK

tomato purée (7%)
OK

cider vinegar

Fermented apple cider turned into a sour, acidic liquid used for dressings and as a flavoring.
OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

sorbic acid

Common preservative used to inhibit mold, yeast and fungal growth in foods. Typically used in jams, cheeses, baked goods, and beverages.

Common questions about Tomato Pepper Sauce

Is Tomato Pepper Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Tomato Pepper Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sorbic acid, a preservative additive used to extend shelf life, which falls under industrial additives in the NOVA system.

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.