Kikkoman

Teriyaki-Sauce (mit geröstem Sesam)

Barcode 8715035280304

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Yes — Teriyaki-Sauce (mit geröstem Sesam) is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the explicitly ultra-processed additives 'modified starch' and 'capsicum extract'. These are industrial ingredients not used in home kitchens and place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category. Other ingredients like sugar and spirit vinegar are allowed but do not change the UPF classification driven by the additives.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

soy sauce

A dark, savory condiment produced by fermenting soybeans with wheat, water, and salt. Commonly used as a seasoning in many cuisines.
OK

sugar

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

water

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

sesame seeds

Seeds of Sesamum indicum, used whole or toasted to add a nutty flavor and crunchy texture.
UPF

modified starch

Starch that has been chemically or physically modified to alter its thickening, texture, or stability properties; commonly used as a thickener or stabilizer in processed foods.
OK

spirit vinegar

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

garlic powder

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

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

salt

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

capsicum extract

A spice-derived extract from Capsicum peppers, used for flavor and/or heat in foods.

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Common questions about Teriyaki-Sauce (mit geröstem Sesam)

Is Teriyaki-Sauce (mit geröstem Sesam) ultra-processed?

Yes — Teriyaki-Sauce (mit geröstem Sesam) by Kikkoman is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the explicitly ultra-processed additives 'modified starch' and 'capsicum extract'. These are industrial ingredients not used in home kitchens and place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category. Other ingredients like sugar and spirit vinegar are allowed but do not change the UPF classification driven by the additives.

Which ingredients in Teriyaki-Sauce (mit geröstem Sesam) are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Teriyaki-Sauce (mit geröstem Sesam) as ultra-processed markers: modified starch, capsicum 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.