By sainsbury's

by-sainsbury-s

Barcode 00453639

Scanned 15 times by Nomi users

Yes — by-sainsbury-s is ultra-processed.

Contains industrial additives including antioxidant (ascorbic acid), firming agent (calcium chloride), and especially the pre-identified UPF ingredient acidity regulator: lactic acid. Under the given rules, any presence of such UPF additives classifies the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

sweety drop peppers (65%)
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

112 vinegar
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

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

firming agent: calcium chloride
OK

lactic acid

A common food additive used to regulate acidity in beverages and processed foods.

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Common questions about by-sainsbury-s

Is by-sainsbury-s ultra-processed?

Yes — by-sainsbury-s by By sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains industrial additives including antioxidant (ascorbic acid), firming agent (calcium chloride), and especially the pre-identified UPF ingredient acidity regulator: lactic acid. Under the given rules, any presence of such UPF additives classifies the product 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.