Hellmann's

Chunky Burger Sauce

Barcode 8712100891779

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Yes — Chunky Burger Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients: modified corn starch/modified maize starch (industrial thickener), flavourings (added flavours), lemon juice concentrate (concentrated ingredient), and antioxidant calcium disodium EDTA (synthetic additive). These place it in NOVA group 4.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

Rapeseed (canola) oil, a basic edible oil used for frying and cooking.
OK

pickled gherkins (10%)(gherkins, water, salt, modified corn starch, acid (acetic acid), spirit vinegar)
OK

mustard (64%) (water, mustard seeds, spirit vinegar, salt, flavourings, spices)
OK

sugar

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

herb vinegar (spirit vinegar, herb extracts)
OK

tomato paste

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

modified corn starch

A processed starch produced from corn by modifying its starch molecules for improved stability and texture.
OK

egg yolk
OK

onions (1,6%)
OK

red chili pepper paste (1%)(red chilli pepper, water, salt, spirit vinegar, modified maize starch)
OK

salt

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

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

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

cayenne pepper

Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
OK

dill

Fragrant herb used to flavor dishes and pickles; delicate fronds and seeds.
UPF

calcium disodium edta

A chelating agent and antioxidant used in small amounts in food to bind trace metals and extend shelf-life.
UPF

color (carotenes)

Food colorant derived from carotenes, used to impart or enhance yellow-orange hues in products.

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Common questions about Chunky Burger Sauce

Is Chunky Burger Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Chunky Burger Sauce by Hellmann's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients: modified corn starch/modified maize starch (industrial thickener), flavourings (added flavours), lemon juice concentrate (concentrated ingredient), and antioxidant calcium disodium EDTA (synthetic additive). These place it in NOVA group 4.

Which ingredients in Chunky Burger Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Chunky Burger Sauce as ultra-processed markers: modified corn starch, flavourings, calcium disodium edta, color (carotenes). 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.