Sainsbury's

Drinking Chocolate

Barcode 00153720

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No — Drinking Chocolate is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and only contains sugar and cocoa powder, both of which are basic culinary ingredients without ultra-processed additives or industrially formulated ingredients. Therefore, it is not classified as ultra-processed according to the NOVA criteria provided.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

cocoa powder

Cocoa powder is made from roasted cocoa beans that have been separated from the fat (cocoa butter) and ground into a fine powder. It is used to add chocolate flavor in baking and beverages.

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Common questions about Drinking Chocolate

Is Drinking Chocolate ultra-processed?

No — Drinking Chocolate by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and only contains sugar and cocoa powder, both of which are basic culinary ingredients without ultra-processed additives or industrially formulated ingredients. Therefore, it is not classified as ultra-processed according to the NOVA criteria provided.

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.