Hellmann's

Mayonnaise

Barcode 8718114724485

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Yes — Mayonnaise is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

Mayonnaise is classified as ultra-processed because it contains flavourings, antioxidant (calcium disodium EDTA), and paprika extract. These industrial additives are UPF ingredients under the NOVA classification guidance. The rapeseed and sunflower oils, egg, vinegar, sugar, salt, and lemon juice do not independently determine the classification.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary vegetable oil pressed from rapeseed (canola). Used for frying, cooking, and dressing.
OK

egg

Animal protein product from birds, commonly used as a basic ingredient in many foods.
OK

egg yolk

The yellow part of an egg rich in fats and proteins, commonly used to emulsify sauces and enrich baked goods.
OK

water

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

spirit vinegar

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

lemon juice concentrate

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

calcium disodium edta

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

paprika extract

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

sunflower oil

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

Healthier alternatives

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Common questions about Mayonnaise

Is Mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Yes — Mayonnaise by Hellmann's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Mayonnaise is classified as ultra-processed because it contains flavourings, antioxidant (calcium disodium EDTA), and paprika extract. These industrial additives are UPF ingredients under the NOVA classification guidance. The rapeseed and sunflower oils, egg, vinegar, sugar, salt, and lemon juice do not independently determine the classification.

Which ingredients in Mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Mayonnaise as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, calcium disodium edta, paprika extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Mayonnaise?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Olive Oil Mayonaise by Marks & Spencer, SO organic Mayonnaise by Sainsbury's, Real Mayonnaise by Stokes. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.

Mayonnaise

Ingredients

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Common questions about Mayonnaise

Is Mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Mayonnaise?

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

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

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