Sainsbury's,by sainsbury's

Strawberry Jam

Barcode 01135459

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Yes — Strawberry Jam is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains pectin, an extracted gelling agent additive, which falls under industrial additives according to the NOVA criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

sugar

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

strawberries

A red, juicy berry commonly eaten fresh or used in desserts; high in vitamin C and antioxidants.
OK

pectin

A natural polysaccharide extracted from plant cell walls used as a gelling agent in jams, jellies, and desserts.
OK

citric acid (acidity regulator)

Citric acid used as acidity regulator and preservative in beverages and foods; a natural organic acid derived from citrus fruits.
UPF

sodium citrates

Sodium citrate is a salt of citric acid used as an acidity regulator, flavor enhancer, and emulsifier in foods. It helps control acidity and can act as a buffering agent.

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Common questions about Strawberry Jam

Is Strawberry Jam ultra-processed?

Yes — Strawberry Jam by Sainsbury's,by sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains pectin, an extracted gelling agent additive, which falls under industrial additives according to the NOVA criteria.

Which ingredients in Strawberry Jam are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Strawberry Jam as an ultra-processed marker: sodium citrates. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Strawberry Jam?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Strawberry High Fruit Content Spread by St. Dalfour. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.