Sainsbury's, Waitrose

Garlic & Herb Manzanilla olives

Barcode 00304054

No — Garlic & Herb Manzanilla olives is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists mainly of olives, herbs, salt, sunflower oil, and simple additives (citric acid and ascorbic acid) that are basic food acids/antioxidants, not industrial flavorings, emulsifiers, or ultra-processed sweeteners. There are no industrially refined syrups, artificial flavorings, emulsifiers, or other NOVA-defined ultra-processed markers, so this product is not classified as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

manzanilla olive (96%) salt
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid used to regulate acidity in foods; commonly produced industrially via fermentation of sugars and used as a preservative and flavor enhancer.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

A common antioxidant used to preserve foods and boost vitamin C intake.
OK

sunflower oil

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

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.

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Common questions about Garlic & Herb Manzanilla olives

Is Garlic & Herb Manzanilla olives ultra-processed?

No — Garlic & Herb Manzanilla olives by Sainsbury's, Waitrose is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists mainly of olives, herbs, salt, sunflower oil, and simple additives (citric acid and ascorbic acid) that are basic food acids/antioxidants, not industrial flavorings, emulsifiers, or ultra-processed sweeteners. There are no industrially refined syrups, artificial flavorings, emulsifiers, or other NOVA-defined ultra-processed markers, so this product is not classified as ultra-processed.

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.