By Sainsbury's

Smooth peanut butter

Barcode 01179101

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Yes — Smooth peanut butter is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil identified as a UPF ingredient. The presence of this industrial ingredient is sufficient to classify the entire product as UPF, even though the other ingredients (roasted peanuts, brown cane sugar, sea salt) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

roasted peanuts

Whole peanuts that have been roasted, typically used as a snack or ingredient; high in protein and healthy fats.
OK

brown cane sugar

A form of sugar derived from sugarcane with varying levels of molasses; a basic sweetener used in cooking.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

sea salt

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

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Common questions about Smooth peanut butter

Is Smooth peanut butter ultra-processed?

Yes — Smooth peanut butter by By Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil identified as a UPF ingredient. The presence of this industrial ingredient is sufficient to classify the entire product as UPF, even though the other ingredients (roasted peanuts, brown cane sugar, sea salt) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Smooth peanut butter are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Smooth peanut butter as an ultra-processed marker: palm oil. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Smooth peanut butter?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Smooth Peanut Butter by meridian, Smooth Peanut Butter by Pip & Nut. 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.