by sainsbury's

Soda water

Barcode 00176828

Scanned 6 times by Nomi users

No — Soda water is not ultra-processed.

The product contains only carbonated water and sodium hydrogen carbonate (baking soda), which are basic ingredients and simple additives allowed under NOVA as non-ultra-processed. There are no industrial sweeteners, flavorings, colorings, or complex additives.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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carbonated water

A basic beverage ingredient consisting of dissolved CO2 in water, providing fizz without flavor additives.
OK

Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate

Sodium hydrogen carbonate, also known as baking soda, is a common leavening agent used in baking. It reacts with acidic ingredients to produce carbon dioxide gas, which helps dough or batter rise.

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Common questions about Soda water

Is Soda water ultra-processed?

No — Soda water by by sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains only carbonated water and sodium hydrogen carbonate (baking soda), which are basic ingredients and simple additives allowed under NOVA as non-ultra-processed. There are no industrial sweeteners, flavorings, colorings, or complex additives.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.