by sainsbury's,Sainsbury's

Light Soy Sauce

Barcode 01758702

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Yes — Light Soy Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains additives and industrial ingredients beyond basic culinary components: colour (plain caramel), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), acidity regulator (lactic acid), and preservative (potassium sorbate). These extracted and industrially processed additives meet the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

soy sauce (15%) (water)
OK

soy bean (soya)
OK

salt

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

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

colour: plain caramel; yeast extract
OK

acidity regulator: lactic acid; preservative: potassium sorbate

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Common questions about Light Soy Sauce

Is Light Soy Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Light Soy Sauce by by sainsbury's,Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains additives and industrial ingredients beyond basic culinary components: colour (plain caramel), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), acidity regulator (lactic acid), and preservative (potassium sorbate). These extracted and industrially processed additives meet the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

What are healthier alternatives to Light Soy Sauce?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Soy sauce by Kikkoman, Kikkoman Sales Usa Inc.. 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.