Spiced Vinegar Condiment

Barcode 6911657933860

Yes — Spiced Vinegar Condiment is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains caramel colours (E150a, E150d) and an added acidity regulator (acetic acid E260), which are industrial additives used for colouring and preservation.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

vinegar

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

water

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

sugar

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

colour: caramel (e150a, e150d)
OK

spices/fennel seed
OK

star anise

A dried fruit of Illicium verum, used whole or ground as a spice and flavoring.
OK

chilli

Chilli (chili pepper) is a pungent fruit used to add heat and spice to dishes. It is a natural plant product and widely used as a basic food ingredient.
OK

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
OK

cassia (chinese cinnamon)

Bark from Cinnamomum cassia, closely related to true cinnamon with a strong, sweet-spicy flavor; used ground or as sticks in baking and savory dishes.
OK

tangerine peel
OK

kaempheria
OK

clove
OK

prickly ash
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

acetic acid

A common food acidity regulator and preservative agent; a simple carboxylic acid used to adjust acidity in foods and drinks.

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Common questions about Spiced Vinegar Condiment

Is Spiced Vinegar Condiment ultra-processed?

Yes — Spiced Vinegar Condiment is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains caramel colours (E150a, E150d) and an added acidity regulator (acetic acid E260), which are industrial additives used for colouring and preservation.

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.