Tomato Mascarpone Sauce

Barcode 5060131680323

Yes — Tomato Mascarpone Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes acetic acid, which is an extracted, isolated additive identified as UPF under the given NOVA-based rules. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed (tomato products, cheeses, cream, herbs), but the presence of acetic acid is sufficient for UPF classification.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

italian tomato concentrate
OK

italian tomato pulp (35%)
OK

tomato juice

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

mascarpone cheese (23%)
OK

cream (milk)

Dairy cream made from milk, a basic culinary ingredient.
OK

sunflower oil

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

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

salt

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

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

basil

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

acetic acid

A simple carboxylic acid used as an acidulant and flavoring additive in foods; a chemical ingredient.
OK

parmesan pdo cheese (milk, salt, culture)
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

black pepper

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

Common questions about Tomato Mascarpone Sauce

Is Tomato Mascarpone Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Tomato Mascarpone Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes acetic acid, which is an extracted, isolated additive identified as UPF under the given NOVA-based rules. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed (tomato products, cheeses, cream, herbs), but the presence of acetic acid is sufficient for UPF classification.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.