Knorr

Stock pot organic

Barcode 8711200333172

Scanned 26 times by Nomi users

Yes — Stock pot organic is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), gelling agents (xanthan gum, locust bean gum), yeast extract, natural flavourings, and caramel syrup used as a colour/flavour. These are extracted or synthesized additives and industrial formulations characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

concentrated vegetable stock (64%) (water, carrots (1.5%), red pepper, celeriac, leek)
OK

salt

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

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

sugar

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

yeast extract

Extracted flavor enhancer derived from yeast; a processed additive.
OK

potassium chloride

Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

gelling agents (xanthan gum, locust bean gum ¹)
OK

natural vegetable flavourings
OK

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
OK

natural fenugreek flavouring
OK

spices

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

caramel syrup

A syrup produced from sugar with caramelization and often additional flavorings or color, used as a sweetener or flavoring in beverages and desserts; a processed syrup product.

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Common questions about Stock pot organic

Is Stock pot organic ultra-processed?

Yes — Stock pot organic by Knorr is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), gelling agents (xanthan gum, locust bean gum), yeast extract, natural flavourings, and caramel syrup used as a colour/flavour. These are extracted or synthesized additives and industrial formulations characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Stock pot organic are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Stock pot organic as ultra-processed markers: maltodextrin, yeast extract, caramel syrup. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Stock pot organic?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Hugh's classic vegetable stock by River Cottage. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.