Sainsbury's

Deli-Style Coleslaw

Barcode 01503265

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Yes — Deli-Style Coleslaw is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains guar gum, an industrial stabiliser and thickener in the mayonnaise. The cabbage, rapeseed oil, vinegar, sugar, egg yolk, and salt are not individually UPF under the stated criteria, but the added stabiliser makes the prepared coleslaw UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cabbage

A fresh cruciferous vegetable, typically used raw in salads or cooked as a side dish; nutrient-rich and minimally processed.
OK

mayonnaise (water, rapeseed oil, spirit vinegar, sugar, pasteurised egg yolk, salt, stabiliser: guar gum)

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Common questions about Deli-Style Coleslaw

Is Deli-Style Coleslaw ultra-processed?

Yes — Deli-Style Coleslaw by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains guar gum, an industrial stabiliser and thickener in the mayonnaise. The cabbage, rapeseed oil, vinegar, sugar, egg yolk, and salt are not individually UPF under the stated criteria, but the added stabiliser makes the prepared coleslaw UPF.

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.