Bouillon
Processing Score
14.7Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
1/10Poor
The processing score reflects 24 ingredients, including artificial colors, hydrogenated oil, MSG, plus 2 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sodium and saturated fat.
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
048001219892
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size6 g
Amount per serving
Calories
15
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
1%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Trans Fat N/A
Cholesterol N/A
Sodium 1160mg
50%
Total Carbohydrate 1g
0%
Dietary Fiber N/A
Total Sugars N/A
Protein 0g
Iron 0.4mg
2%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
22 listed · 9 flagged for reviewSALT, PALM OIL, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, CORN STARCH, HYDROGENATED PALM OIL, SUGAR, COOKED CHICKEN POWDER, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT (BARLEY), CHICKEN FAT, WATER, MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL FLAVOR, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY FLAKES, DISODIUM INOSINATE, CITRIC ACID, IODIZED SALT (SALT, POTASSIUM IODIDE), CARAMEL COLOR, YELLOW 5, ANNATTO, TBHQ (USED TO PROTECT QUALITY), YELLOW 6.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Bouillon scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Modified Fats (Hydrogenated Palm Oil): Hydrogenation and modification are UPF markers.
- Artificial Colors (Yellow 5, Yellow 6): Synthetic colors are definitive UPF markers.
- Chemical Preservatives (Tbhq (Used To Protect Quality)): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Natural Flavors (Monosodium Glutamate, Natural Flavor): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Flavor Enhancers (Disodium Inosinate): Industrial flavor enhancement common in UPF.
Within Seasonings & Spices, this product is more processed than about 92% of the 11,127 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Bouillon's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt, Iodized Salt (Salt, Potassium Iodide).
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Palm Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar, Maltodextrin.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator
In this product: Autolyzed Yeast Extract (Barley).
Industrial fermentation for additive production.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Citric Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Caramel Color, Annatto.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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