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Italian Tomato Purée Double Concentrate

Barcode 00359047

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No — Italian Tomato Purée Double Concentrate is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and very simple: tomatoes plus citric acid as an acidity regulator. Tomatoes are a whole food, and citric acid is a basic food additive permitted under the rules (similar to baking powder or sodium bicarbonate). There are no industrially processed sugars, refined or hydrogenated oils, emulsifiers, thickeners, flavourings, or other cosmetic additives. Therefore this tomato purée is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes, edible fruit often used as a vegetable in salads, sauces, and cooking.
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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.

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Common questions about Italian Tomato Purée Double Concentrate

Is Italian Tomato Purée Double Concentrate ultra-processed?

No — Italian Tomato Purée Double Concentrate by Sainsbury's,by sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and very simple: tomatoes plus citric acid as an acidity regulator. Tomatoes are a whole food, and citric acid is a basic food additive permitted under the rules (similar to baking powder or sodium bicarbonate). There are no industrially processed sugars, refined or hydrogenated oils, emulsifiers, thickeners, flavourings, or other cosmetic additives. Therefore this tomato purée is not classified as ultra-processed 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.