Sainsbury's

Signature Beef Rib & Brisket Burgers

Barcode 00490061

Yes — Signature Beef Rib & Brisket Burgers is ultra-processed.

Contains yeast extract (a flavor enhancer) and preservative (sodium metabisulphite), which are industrial additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

beef chuck (43%)
OK

beef rib cap (26%)
OK

beef brisket (23%)
OK

fire roasted onions (4%) (onion, rapeseed oil, brown sugar)
OK

salt

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

roast beef oil (water, beef bone, tomato paste)
OK

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

carrots

Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
OK

% bone marrow stock (2%) (water, beef bone, marrow bone)
OK

yeast extract (yeast extract)
OK

(sulphites). metabisulphite % carrots
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

burger seasoning (sea salt, preservative: sodium allergy)

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Common questions about Signature Beef Rib & Brisket Burgers

Is Signature Beef Rib & Brisket Burgers ultra-processed?

Yes — Signature Beef Rib & Brisket Burgers by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains yeast extract (a flavor enhancer) and preservative (sodium metabisulphite), which are industrial additives characteristic of 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.