Sainsbury's

Cream of tomato soup

Barcode 01221008

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Yes — Cream of tomato soup is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, and flavouring, which is an industrial flavor additive. These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate industrial formulation according to the NOVA system.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

tomato purée (73%)
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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

salt

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

skimmed cow's milk powder

Powdered skimmed milk obtained by removing fat from cow's milk; used as a dairy ingredient in baking, beverages, and processed foods.
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.
OK

double cream (cows' milk)
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

rice flour basil extract
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Cream of tomato soup

Is Cream of tomato soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Cream of tomato soup by Sainsbury's 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 modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, and flavouring, which is an industrial flavor additive. These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate industrial formulation according to the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Cream of tomato soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Cream of tomato soup as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Cream of tomato soup?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Creamy tomato Soup by New Covent Garden Soup Co, Cream Of Tomato Soup by M&S, Cream of Tomato by Baxters. 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.

Cream of tomato soup

Ingredients

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Common questions about Cream of tomato soup

Is Cream of tomato soup ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Cream of tomato soup are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Cream of tomato soup?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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