Planted

Duck Hoisin

Barcode 7630294501179

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Duck Hoisin is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer and a pre-identified UPF ingredient in the NOVA framework. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients (water, plant proteins, soy sauce, miso paste, pea fiber, brown sugar, rice vinegar, salt, spices, rapeseed oil, cornflour, caramelised sugar, vitamin B12), but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

plant proteins 27% (pea, sunflower, oat)
OK

soy sauce (water, soybeans, salt, spirit vinegar)
OK

miso paste (water, soybeans, rice, salt)
OK

pea fiber
OK

brown sugar

Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
OK

rice vinegar

A mild vinegar made from fermented rice—used to season dishes, pickles, and dressings with a subtle sweet and tangy note.
OK

salt

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

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

caramelised sugar

A sugar that has been heated to develop a caramel flavor and color; essentially a processed form of sugar.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

vitamin b12

A water-soluble B vitamin (cobalamin) used as a nutrient fortifier in foods and supplements.

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Common questions about Duck Hoisin

Is Duck Hoisin ultra-processed?

Yes — Duck Hoisin by Planted is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer and a pre-identified UPF ingredient in the NOVA framework. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients (water, plant proteins, soy sauce, miso paste, pea fiber, brown sugar, rice vinegar, salt, spices, rapeseed oil, cornflour, caramelised sugar, vitamin B12), but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Duck Hoisin are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Duck Hoisin as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. 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?

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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.