Sainsbury's

Roast Beef

Barcode 00411233

Scanned 9 times by Nomi users

No — Roast Beef is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains only basic single-ingredient foods (beef, salt, black pepper) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, flavourings, or processing aids associated with ultra-processed foods under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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beef

A basic animal protein ingredient derived from cattle; commonly used as meat.
OK

salt

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

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Roast Beef

Is Roast Beef ultra-processed?

No — Roast Beef by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains only basic single-ingredient foods (beef, salt, black pepper) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, flavourings, or processing aids associated with ultra-processed foods 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.