Hellmann's, Unilever

Roasted garlic mayonnaise

Barcode 8712566065714

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Yes — Roasted garlic mayonnaise is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to the NOVA system. The ingredient list is valid. It contains several industrial additives and formulations that indicate ultra-processing, including: modified corn starch (industrial modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), preservative (potassium sorbate), thickener (guar gum, xanthan gum), antioxidant (calcium disodium EDTA), flavourings and natural garlic flavouring (industrial flavourings), and paprika extract (pre-identified UPF ingredient). Any one of these would be sufficient to classify the product as UPF; together they clearly place it in the ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

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

spirit vinegar

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

modified corn starch

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

free range egg and egg yolk
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

cream powder (milk)

Dried cream, a dairy product with fat and protein; a processed dairy ingredient used to impart creaminess in foods.
OK

citrus fibre

Fibrous material derived from citrus fruits, used as dietary fiber and texturizer in foods.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
OK

thickener (guar gum, xanthan gum)
OK

mustard flour

Ground mustard seeds used as a spice or condiment; a basic, natural ingredient derived from mustard seeds.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

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

calcium disodium edta

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

natural garlic flavouring

A flavoring addition derived from garlic, used to impart garlic aroma/flavor; typically an extracted or synthesized additive.
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.

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Common questions about Roasted garlic mayonnaise

Is Roasted garlic mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Yes — Roasted garlic mayonnaise by Hellmann's, Unilever is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to the NOVA system. The ingredient list is valid. It contains several industrial additives and formulations that indicate ultra-processing, including: modified corn starch (industrial modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), preservative (potassium sorbate), thickener (guar gum, xanthan gum), antioxidant (calcium disodium EDTA), flavourings and natural garlic flavouring (industrial flavourings), and paprika extract (pre-identified UPF ingredient). Any one of these would be sufficient to classify the product as UPF; together they clearly place it in the ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Roasted garlic mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Roasted garlic mayonnaise as ultra-processed markers: modified corn starch, potassium sorbate, calcium disodium edta, flavourings, natural garlic flavouring, paprika extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Roasted garlic mayonnaise?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Roasted Garlic Aioli by M&S, Garlic mayonnaise by Stokes, Aioli by Tesco. 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?

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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.

Roasted garlic mayonnaise

Ingredients

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Common questions about Roasted garlic mayonnaise

Is Roasted garlic mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Roasted garlic mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Roasted garlic mayonnaise?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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