Sainsbury's, Greencane paper

Chickpeas in water

Barcode 01162622

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Yes — Chickpeas in water is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains the additive antioxidant: sodium metabisulphite (sulphites), which is an industrially produced preservative. According to the NOVA criteria and the provided rules, extracted, isolated, or synthesized additives like sodium metabisulphite make a product ultra-processed, even though the base ingredients (chickpeas and water) themselves are minimally processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

chickpeas

Also known as garbanzo beans; a pale beige legume used in dishes like hummus, stews, and salads.
OK

water

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

sodium metabisulfite

A sulfur-containing preservative and antioxidant used in foods to prevent browning and spoilage.

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Common questions about Chickpeas in water

Is Chickpeas in water ultra-processed?

Yes — Chickpeas in water by Sainsbury's, Greencane paper is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains the additive antioxidant: sodium metabisulphite (sulphites), which is an industrially produced preservative. According to the NOVA criteria and the provided rules, extracted, isolated, or synthesized additives like sodium metabisulphite make a product ultra-processed, even though the base ingredients (chickpeas and water) themselves are minimally processed.

Which ingredients in Chickpeas in water are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Chickpeas in water as an ultra-processed marker: sodium metabisulfite. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.