Sainsburys

Corn thins

Barcode 00244473

Scanned 37 times by Nomi users

Yes — Corn thins is ultra-processed.

The product contains sunflower lecithin, an emulsifier that is an industrially processed additive. Presence of emulsifiers classifies the food as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

corn (97%)
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

high oleic sunflower oil

A refined oil pressed from high oleic sunflower seeds, used as a cooking fat with high monounsaturated fat content.
UPF

sunflower lecithin

Emulsifier derived from sunflower seeds used to stabilize emulsions in foods.

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Common questions about Corn thins

Is Corn thins ultra-processed?

Yes — Corn thins by Sainsburys is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains sunflower lecithin, an emulsifier that is an industrially processed additive. Presence of emulsifiers classifies the food as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Corn thins are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Corn thins as an ultra-processed marker: sunflower lecithin. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Corn thins?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Ancient Grains Organic Amaranth & Linseed Corn Cake Thins by Kallo. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.