Sainsburys, By sainsbury's

Hot lime pickle

Barcode 00278331

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No — Hot lime pickle is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are mostly whole foods and culinary ingredients (lime, sunflower oil, salt, spices, lime juice, mustard seeds, fenugreek, turmeric, coriander, cumin). The only additive-like item is acetic acid as an acidity regulator, which is a basic food acid (like vinegar) and not, by itself, an indicator of ultra-processing according to the given rules. There are no industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, thickeners, flavourings, or industrial sugar syrups listed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

lime (66%)
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

salt

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

chilli powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
OK

lime juice (3%)
OK

mustard seeds 190g e icle with a blend of (3%)
OK

acidity regulator: acetic acid; fenugreek
OK

and mustard seeds turmeric
OK

coriander powder

Ground coriander seeds, a warm, citrusy spice used worldwide in curry blends and seasoning.
OK

cumin

A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.

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Common questions about Hot lime pickle

Is Hot lime pickle ultra-processed?

No — Hot lime pickle by Sainsburys, By sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are mostly whole foods and culinary ingredients (lime, sunflower oil, salt, spices, lime juice, mustard seeds, fenugreek, turmeric, coriander, cumin). The only additive-like item is acetic acid as an acidity regulator, which is a basic food acid (like vinegar) and not, by itself, an indicator of ultra-processing according to the given rules. There are no industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, thickeners, flavourings, or industrial sugar syrups listed.

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.