By sainsbury's

Pink pickled onions

Barcode 00434904

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No — Pink pickled onions is not ultra-processed.

All listed ingredients (red onions, water, sugar, spirit vinegar, red wine vinegar, salt) are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, refined syrups, or processing aids typical of ultra-processed foods, so this is not classified as UPF under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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red onion

A variety of onion with a reddish-purple skin and white flesh with a mild to medium sharp flavor; commonly used raw in salads or cooked in dishes for sweetness and aroma.
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water

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

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

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

A vinegar produced by fermenting red wine with acetic acid bacteria, used as a tangy condiment and cooking acid.
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salt

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

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Common questions about Pink pickled onions

Is Pink pickled onions ultra-processed?

No — Pink pickled onions by By sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). All listed ingredients (red onions, water, sugar, spirit vinegar, red wine vinegar, salt) are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, refined syrups, or processing aids typical of ultra-processed foods, so this is not classified as UPF 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.