Beef Stock Seasoning

Barcode 5063334034795

Yes — Beef Stock Seasoning is ultra-processed.

This seasoning contains ultra-processed additives including sulphur dioxide (a preservative) and sodium metabisulphite (a preservative and antioxidant). These are industrial additives not used in traditional home cooking and place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

preservative: sulphur dioxide
OK

salt

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

bone marrow stock (water, beef bone, beef marrow bone, onion, yeast extract, tomato paste, salt)
OK

spices (white pepper)
UPF

sodium metabisulfite

A chemical preservative and antioxidant used in foods and beverages to prevent oxidation and browning; commonly used to preserve dried fruits, wine, and processed foods.

Common questions about Beef Stock Seasoning

Is Beef Stock Seasoning ultra-processed?

Yes — Beef Stock Seasoning is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This seasoning contains ultra-processed additives including sulphur dioxide (a preservative) and sodium metabisulphite (a preservative and antioxidant). These are industrial additives not used in traditional home cooking and place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Beef Stock Seasoning are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Beef Stock Seasoning as an ultra-processed marker: sodium metabisulfite. 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?

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.