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Vegetable Stock cubes x

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Yes — Vegetable Stock cubes x is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. In particular, yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), maltodextrin, caramel syrup, and flavourings are all industrially processed additives used for flavor enhancement, texture, and color, which place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

salt

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

vegetable fats (palm, shea, sal)
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
UPF

yeast extract

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

sugar

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

onion powdert (2.3%)
OK

carrotst (1.5%)
OK

herbs (parsleyt, tarragon)
OK

spices (celery seeds, garlict, turmerict, pepper, parsley rootst)
OK

tomato powdert (0.9%)
OK

red pepper (bell pepper)

A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
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.
UPF

flavourings (contain celery)

A commercial flavoring additive that may include celery-derived components; used to impart savory or meaty notes in foods. Often part of processed ingredient mixes and may contain other additives.
OK

leekt
OK

maltodextrin. †from sustainable agriculture van il

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Common questions about Vegetable Stock cubes x

Is Vegetable Stock cubes x ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Stock cubes x by Knorr is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. In particular, yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), maltodextrin, caramel syrup, and flavourings are all industrially processed additives used for flavor enhancement, texture, and color, which place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Stock cubes x are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Vegetable Stock cubes x as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, caramel syrup, flavourings (contain celery). 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.