Hellmann's

REAL Mayonnaise

Barcode 8720182422293

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — REAL Mayonnaise is ultra-processed.

Product contains ultra-processed additives including flavourings, antioxidant (calcium disodium EDTA), and paprika extract; per NOVA, presence of such industrial additives and flavourings classifies it as an ultra-processed food.

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 & egg yolk (7.9%)
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.

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Common questions about REAL Mayonnaise

Is REAL Mayonnaise ultra-processed?

Yes — REAL Mayonnaise by Hellmann's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains ultra-processed additives including flavourings, antioxidant (calcium disodium EDTA), and paprika extract; per NOVA, presence of such industrial additives and flavourings classifies it as an ultra-processed food.

Which ingredients in REAL Mayonnaise are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in REAL Mayonnaise as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, calcium disodium edta, paprika 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.