Chianti Tomato Sauce

Barcode 5063089870426

No — Chianti Tomato Sauce is not ultra-processed.

Classified as not ultra-processed. Contains mainly basic culinary ingredients such as tomato pulp and paste, wine, vegetables, herbs, sugar, salt, olive oil, and acetic acid as a simple acidity regulator, with no industrial additives, refined syrups, or emulsifiers typical of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

tomato pulp (44%)
OK

tomato paste

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

water

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

vino chianti dop chianti wine (7%)
OK

onions (5%)
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carrots (olive oil
OK

celery

A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
OK

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
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

basil

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

additive regulator (acetic acid)
OK

black pepper

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

bay leaves
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
OK

thyme

A small-leaved, woody herb used as a seasoning for meats, vegetables, and soups; dried form concentrates its aromatic oils.
OK

ground nutmeg

Ground form of nutmeg, a warm aromatic spice often used in baking and cooking.

Common questions about Chianti Tomato Sauce

Is Chianti Tomato Sauce ultra-processed?

No — Chianti Tomato Sauce is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as not ultra-processed. Contains mainly basic culinary ingredients such as tomato pulp and paste, wine, vegetables, herbs, sugar, salt, olive oil, and acetic acid as a simple acidity regulator, with no industrial additives, refined syrups, or emulsifiers typical of ultra-processed foods.

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.