Lingham’s

Chili Sauce

Barcode 9556018000064

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No — Chili Sauce is not ultra-processed.

This chili sauce contains only basic culinary ingredients: sugar, red chillies, salt, and vinegar. These are minimally processed components traditionally used in home cooking and preserving, without industrial additives such as emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore, it is not considered ultra-processed according to the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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sugar

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

red chillies

A hot pungent vegetable spice derived from Capsicum annuum, used to add heat and flavor to dishes.
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salt and vinegar

Seasoning blend consisting of salt and vinegar (acetic acid) used to add tangy flavor; commonly found in snacks and condiments.

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Common questions about Chili Sauce

Is Chili Sauce ultra-processed?

No — Chili Sauce by Lingham’s is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This chili sauce contains only basic culinary ingredients: sugar, red chillies, salt, and vinegar. These are minimally processed components traditionally used in home cooking and preserving, without industrial additives such as emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore, it is not considered ultra-processed according to the NOVA classification.

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.