Knorr

Vegetable Stock Pot

Barcode 8722700268772

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Yes — Vegetable Stock Pot is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives such as yeast extract, palm fat, gelling agents (xanthan gum, locust bean gum), flavourings, maltodextrin, and caramel syrup. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

concentrated vegetable stock (65%) (water, leek (1,2%), carrots (1%), celery, red pepper, onion, celeriac)
OK

salt

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

yeast extract

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

palm fat

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

sugar

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

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.
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.
OK

spices (celery seeds, lovage root, nutmeg, pepper)

A blend of dried spices including celery seeds, lovage root, nutmeg, and pepper used for seasoning.
OK

parsley

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

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Common questions about Vegetable Stock Pot

Is Vegetable Stock Pot ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Stock Pot by Knorr is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives such as yeast extract, palm fat, gelling agents (xanthan gum, locust bean gum), flavourings, maltodextrin, and caramel syrup. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Stock Pot are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Vegetable Stock Pot as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, palm fat, gelling agents (xanthan gum and locust bean gum), flavourings, maltodextrin, caramel syrup. 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.