Branston

Original pickle

Barcode 5060336505049

Scanned 32 times by Nomi users

Yes — Original pickle is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed ingredient, as well as added flavouring and sulphite ammonia caramel colour, which are additives typical of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

vegetables in variable proportions (54%) (carrot, rutabaga, onion, cauliflower, marrow, gherkin)
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

barley malt vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting barley malt with acetic acid bacteria to create a tangy, acidic liquid used in pickling, condiments, and dressings.
OK

water

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
UPF

modified maize starch

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

date paste with rice flour

A spread or ingredient made from dates blended with rice flour to improve texture and binding; considered a whole-food-based sweetener blend.
OK

apple pulp (apple, preservative: sodium metabisulphite)
OK

salt

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

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

dried spices
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
OK

onion powder

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

sulphite ammonia caramel (color/fisserie)

Colour additive produced by caramelization using sulphite and ammonia; used as a food colour.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Original pickle

Is Original pickle ultra-processed?

Yes — Original pickle by Branston is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed ingredient, as well as added flavouring and sulphite ammonia caramel colour, which are additives typical of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Original pickle are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Original pickle as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, sulphite ammonia caramel (color/fisserie), flavouring. 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.