Hellmann's

Rich & Smoky BBQ Sauce

Barcode 8714100534427

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Yes — Rich & Smoky BBQ Sauce is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including smoke flavouring, preservative (sorbic acid), glucose syrup (in the Worcestershire sauce), modified corn starch, thickener (xanthan gum), and unspecified flavourings ("tlavqurg" likely flavouring). These extracted and synthesized additives and refined syrups place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

sugar

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

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

tomato paste

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

molasses

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
OK

modified corn arch
OK

salt

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

worcestershire sauce (water, glucose syrup, sugar, malt vinegar (barlev) ssalt avourings, onion extract, anchovies (fish), lemon juice concentrate, spices, herbs sunftower garlic powder)
OK

sunflower oil

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

smoke flavouring

A flavoring agent used to impart smoky aroma or taste in foods. Often an extract or additive designed to mimic smoky flavors.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

mustard flour

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

smoket der
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

thickener (xanthan qum)
UPF

sorbic acid

Sorbic acid, a chemical preservative used to inhibit mold, yeast and fungi in foods.
OK

tlavqurg

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Common questions about Rich & Smoky BBQ Sauce

Is Rich & Smoky BBQ Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Rich & Smoky BBQ Sauce by Hellmann's 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 smoke flavouring, preservative (sorbic acid), glucose syrup (in the Worcestershire sauce), modified corn starch, thickener (xanthan gum), and unspecified flavourings ("tlavqurg" likely flavouring). These extracted and synthesized additives and refined syrups place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Rich & Smoky BBQ Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Rich & Smoky BBQ Sauce as ultra-processed markers: smoke flavouring, sorbic acid. 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.