Sainsbury's

Tuna & Sweetcorn Sandwhich

Barcode 00235624

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Yes — Tuna & Sweetcorn Sandwhich is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations such as emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), palm fat and palm oil (highly refined oils), and a thickener (pectin). These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

UPF

malted bread

Enriched bread containing fortified wheat flour and several malted ingredients, including malted barley flour and emulsifiers. It contains palm fat/oil and multiple additives typical of industrial bread formulations.
OK

skipjack tuna

Canned tuna made from skipjack (katsuwonus pelamis), includes fish as main ingredient and a 28% labeling of fish content; neutral to savory profile.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

salt

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

sweetcorn

Canned sweetcorn with water and salt; basic single-ingredient vegetable product.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

pasteurised free range egg yolk

Pasteurised egg yolk from free-range hens, used as a base ingredient or in custards and sauces.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

sugar

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

citrus fibre

Fibrous material derived from citrus fruits, used as dietary fiber and texturizer in foods.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

black mustard seeds

Dried seeds of Brassica nigra used as a spice; a single-ingredient, minimally processed food.

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Common questions about Tuna & Sweetcorn Sandwhich

Is Tuna & Sweetcorn Sandwhich ultra-processed?

Yes — Tuna & Sweetcorn Sandwhich by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations such as emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), palm fat and palm oil (highly refined oils), and a thickener (pectin). These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Tuna & Sweetcorn Sandwhich are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Tuna & Sweetcorn Sandwhich as an ultra-processed marker: malted bread. 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.