Hellmann's

Tomato Ketchup

Barcode 8711200344130

Yes — Tomato Ketchup is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer categorized as an ultra-processed ingredient in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

tomato purée

Concentrated tomato product, often used as a base for sauces; made by cooking tomatoes to remove water.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

sugar

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

tomato fibres
OK

salt

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

lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
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 Tomato Ketchup

Is Tomato Ketchup ultra-processed?

Yes — Tomato Ketchup by Hellmann's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially processed flavor enhancer categorized as an ultra-processed ingredient in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Tomato Ketchup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Tomato Ketchup 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.