Marks & Spencer

Bramley Apple Sauce

Barcode 00610605

Scanned 8 times by Nomi users

Yes — Bramley Apple Sauce is ultra-processed.

Contains UPF ingredients, including fermented maize starch (a modified starch used as a thickener) and acidity regulator: citric acid, which are industrial additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods under NOVA. Also includes an added refined starch alongside other additives.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

bramley apples (70%)
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

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

fermented maize starch

A starch derived from maize (corn) that has undergone a fermentation step, potentially to modify texture or viscosity. Used as a food ingredient for thickening or stabilizing sauces and processed foods.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

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

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 Bramley Apple Sauce

Is Bramley Apple Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Bramley Apple Sauce by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains UPF ingredients, including fermented maize starch (a modified starch used as a thickener) and acidity regulator: citric acid, which are industrial additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods under NOVA. Also includes an added refined starch alongside other additives.

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.