Sainsbury's

EGG NOODLES

Barcode 01730258

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No — EGG NOODLES is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and mostly consists of basic culinary ingredients: wheat flour (fortified with vitamins/minerals), water, whole egg, salt, rapeseed oil, and common processing aids (potassium carbonate, sodium carbonate, citric acid, beta-carotene). These are standard ingredients/additives used in traditional noodle making and do not include ultra-processed markers like artificial sweeteners, industrial syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or artificial/natural flavourings. Therefore, under the provided criteria, this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cooked egg noodles (water)
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fortified wheat flour

Flour that has had minerals and vitamins added (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin) to enhance nutrition; used as a baking base and staple ingredient.
OK

pasteurized whole egg

A basic animal-origin ingredient: whole egg that has been pasteurized to destroy pathogens.
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salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
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firming agents: potassium carbonate
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sodium carbonate; colour: beta-carotene; acidity regulator: citric acid
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rapeseed oil

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

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Common questions about EGG NOODLES

Is EGG NOODLES ultra-processed?

No — EGG NOODLES by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and mostly consists of basic culinary ingredients: wheat flour (fortified with vitamins/minerals), water, whole egg, salt, rapeseed oil, and common processing aids (potassium carbonate, sodium carbonate, citric acid, beta-carotene). These are standard ingredients/additives used in traditional noodle making and do not include ultra-processed markers like artificial sweeteners, industrial syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or artificial/natural flavourings. Therefore, under the provided criteria, this product is not classified as ultra-processed (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.