Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

Barcode 8408531374034

No — Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are simple culinary items: balsamic vinegar, sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, olive oil, sugar, and spices. There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, artificial sweeteners, refined syrups, or industrial extracts). Sugar and olive oil are treated as basic single-ingredient foods under the given rules. Therefore this product is not ultra-processed according to the NOVA criteria provided.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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balsamic vinegar

A dark, concentrated vinegar traditionally made from grape must, aged to develop complex flavors.
OK

sun-dried tomatoes
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

salt

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

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

sugar

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

spices

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

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Common questions about Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

Is Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce ultra-processed?

No — Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are simple culinary items: balsamic vinegar, sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, olive oil, sugar, and spices. There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, artificial sweeteners, refined syrups, or industrial extracts). Sugar and olive oil are treated as basic single-ingredient foods under the given rules. Therefore this product is not ultra-processed according to the NOVA criteria provided.

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.