Soybean Sauce

Barcode 5060534010390

Yes — Soybean Sauce is ultra-processed.

This appears to be a soybean-based sauce. It is ultra-processed because it contains monosodium glutamate (E621), a flavor enhancer, and potassium sorbate (E202), a preservative additive used in industrial formulations. Soybeans, wheat flour, salt, and water are not independently sufficient to classify it as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

selected soybeans (non-gmo)
OK

salt

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

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

monosodium glutamate (e621)
OK

potassium sorbate (e202)
OK

allergen: soy bean
OK

wheat

A staple cereal grain used in foods; a basic ingredient in flour, bread, and many products.

Common questions about Soybean Sauce

Is Soybean Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Soybean Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This appears to be a soybean-based sauce. It is ultra-processed because it contains monosodium glutamate (E621), a flavor enhancer, and potassium sorbate (E202), a preservative additive used in industrial formulations. Soybeans, wheat flour, salt, and water are not independently sufficient to classify it as ultra-processed.

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.