Blackcurrant Peach Jam

Barcode 5065008402138

Yes — Blackcurrant Peach Jam is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains gelling agent (pectin), which is an industrially extracted additive. According to the provided rules, the presence of this UPF ingredient is sufficient to classify the whole product as UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

blackcurrant

A small, dark-purple fruit used in jams, desserts, and beverages. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
UPF

jam

A sweet fruit spread made by cooking fruit with sugar and pectin; a ready-to-eat processed product.
OK

sugar

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

pectin

Natural polysaccharide extracted from plant cell walls used as a gelling agent in jams, jellies, and confectionery.
OK

peach

A sweet, aromatic stone fruit commonly eaten fresh or used in desserts and jams.
OK

fruit puree

A smooth blended or sieved fruit pulp, often used as a base or sweet ingredient in foods; typically minimally processed unless additives are included.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.

Common questions about Blackcurrant Peach Jam

Is Blackcurrant Peach Jam ultra-processed?

Yes — Blackcurrant Peach Jam is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains gelling agent (pectin), which is an industrially extracted additive. According to the provided rules, the presence of this UPF ingredient is sufficient to classify the whole product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Blackcurrant Peach Jam are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Blackcurrant Peach Jam as ultra-processed markers: jam, pectin. 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.