Dawtona

Pickled Gherkins

Barcode 5901713000040

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No — Pickled Gherkins is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic culinary ingredients (gherkins, water, vinegar, sugar, salt, spices including mustard). There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, industrial syrups, modified starches, gums, or refined specialty oils). Therefore, under the given NOVA-style rules, this is not classified as an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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gherkins
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.
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

spices (contains _mustard_)

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Common questions about Pickled Gherkins

Is Pickled Gherkins ultra-processed?

No — Pickled Gherkins by Dawtona is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic culinary ingredients (gherkins, water, vinegar, sugar, salt, spices including mustard). There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, industrial syrups, modified starches, gums, or refined specialty oils). Therefore, under the given NOVA-style rules, this is not classified as an ultra-processed food.

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.