Sainsbury's

Pickled gherkins

Barcode 01758566

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No — Pickled gherkins is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists of basic foods (gherkins, water, sugar, vinegar, spices, sea salt). Sulphites are preservatives but fall under common basic additives; there are no industrial formulations like artificial sweeteners, flavour enhancers, emulsifiers, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore this is not classified as ultra-processed according to the given NOVA-based rules.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

gherkins (sulphites)
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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

mustard seed

Small mustard seeds used as a spice with a pungent, hot flavor.
OK

red bell pepper
OK

dill seed
OK

sea salt

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

ginger powder

Ground dried ginger root, a common spice and flavoring. Not UPF as a basic spice/ingredient.
OK

ground cinnamon

A finely ground spice obtained from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, with warm, sweet-aromatic flavor used for seasoning and baking.

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Common questions about Pickled gherkins

Is Pickled gherkins ultra-processed?

No — Pickled gherkins by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists of basic foods (gherkins, water, sugar, vinegar, spices, sea salt). Sulphites are preservatives but fall under common basic additives; there are no industrial formulations like artificial sweeteners, flavour enhancers, emulsifiers, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore this is not classified as ultra-processed according to the given NOVA-based rules.

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.