Sainsbury's

Soy Chilli Sauce

Barcode 00300827

Yes — Soy Chilli Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations, notably modified maize starch and glucose-fructose syrup, as well as xanthan gum as a stabiliser and plain caramel colour.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

sugar

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

light soy sauce (4.5%) (water)
OK

salt

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

soy beans (soya)
OK

fortified wheat flour

Flour that has had minerals and vitamins added (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin) to enhance nutrition; used as a baking base and staple ingredient.
OK

acetic acid

Acidity regulator and acidulant used in foods; a basic chemical ingredient.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

ginger purée

A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
UPF

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

garlic purée (1.5%)
OK

sesame oil

A purely extracted oil from sesame seeds used for cooking and finishing; a common culinary oil.
OK

dried chives (0.5%)
OK

colour: plain caramel; salt
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

stabiliser: xanthan gum; acidity regulator: citric acid

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Common questions about Soy Chilli Sauce

Is Soy Chilli Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Soy Chilli Sauce 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, notably modified maize starch and glucose-fructose syrup, as well as xanthan gum as a stabiliser and plain caramel colour.

Which ingredients in Soy Chilli Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Soy Chilli Sauce as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, glucose-fructose syrup. 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.