Sainsbury's

Mozarella, tomatoes and basil pesto in a tomato wrap

Barcode 00237611

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Yes — Mozarella, tomatoes and basil pesto in a tomato wrap is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes palm oil (a highly refined oil treated here as UPF) and disodium diphosphate (a synthetic raising agent). These are industrially processed ingredients/additives beyond basic culinary components, so the overall product is UPF under NOVA.

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Common questions about Mozarella, tomatoes and basil pesto in a tomato wrap

Is Mozarella, tomatoes and basil pesto in a tomato wrap ultra-processed?

Yes — Mozarella, tomatoes and basil pesto in a tomato wrap by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes palm oil (a highly refined oil treated here as UPF) and disodium diphosphate (a synthetic raising agent). These are industrially processed ingredients/additives beyond basic culinary components, so the overall product is UPF under NOVA.

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.