Knorr

Chicken Stock Pot 8 x

Barcode 8712566479368

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Yes — Chicken Stock Pot 8 x is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and refined ingredients, including flavourings, yeast extract, palm fat, gelling agents (xanthan gum, locust bean gum), caramel syrup, maltodextrin, and added colour (carotenes). These are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

concentrated chicken stock (63%) (water, chicken)
OK

salt

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

sugar

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

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

chicken fat (2%)
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.
UPF

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
UPF

gelling agents (xanthan gum and locust bean gum)

A composite description for gelling agents used as thickening and gelling agents in foods; includes xanthan gum and locust bean gum (guar gum is not listed). They are commonly used as stabilizers and texturizers in a wide range of products.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

carrots

Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
OK

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OK

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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.
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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

carrot juice concentrate
OK

rosemary extract antioxidant

A plant-derived antioxidant used in foods to prevent oxidation and extend shelf life; typically derived from rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) extracts.
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 Chicken Stock Pot 8 x

Is Chicken Stock Pot 8 x ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Stock Pot 8 x by Knorr is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and refined ingredients, including flavourings, yeast extract, palm fat, gelling agents (xanthan gum, locust bean gum), caramel syrup, maltodextrin, and added colour (carotenes). These are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Chicken Stock Pot 8 x are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Chicken Stock Pot 8 x as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, yeast extract, palm fat, gelling agents (xanthan gum and locust bean gum), caramel syrup, maltodextrin, 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.