Polish Specialities

Pickled Gherkins

Barcode 5907556420021

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No — Pickled Gherkins is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are basic whole foods and traditional pickling components (gherkins, water, vinegar, sugar, salt, spices). Riboflavin as a colorant is a vitamin and simple additive, not an industrial ultra-processing marker under the given rules. No industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or processed syrups are present.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

gherkins (50%)
OK

water

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

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
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

dye-ryboflavin
OK

spices (garlic, mustard seeds, dill)

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Common questions about Pickled Gherkins

Is Pickled Gherkins ultra-processed?

No — Pickled Gherkins by Polish Specialities is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are basic whole foods and traditional pickling components (gherkins, water, vinegar, sugar, salt, spices). Riboflavin as a colorant is a vitamin and simple additive, not an industrial ultra-processing marker under the given rules. No industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or processed syrups are present.

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.