Sainsbury's

Raspberry sorbet

Barcode 01765007

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Yes — Raspberry sorbet is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives, including dextrose, glucose syrup, invert sugar syrup, flavouring, sodium citrate, and stabiliser xanthan gum. It also includes an emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and a color additive (anthocyanins). These are typical of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

raspberry purée (23%)
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

sugar

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

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
UPF

invert sugar syrup

A refined sugar syrup produced by hydrolyzing sucrose into glucose and fructose; a processed sweetener often used in foods.
OK

colour: anthocyanins
UPF

flavouring

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

citric acid (acidity regulator)

Citric acid used as acidity regulator and preservative in beverages and foods; a natural organic acid derived from citrus fruits.
UPF

sodium citrate

A salt of citric acid used as acidity regulator, buffering agent, or emulsifier in processed foods and beverages.
UPF

mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids

A common food additive used as an emulsifier to improve texture and blend oil and water in processed foods; derived from glycerides of fatty acids and often produced industrially.
OK

citrus fibre

Fibrous material derived from citrus fruits, used as dietary fiber and texturizer in foods.
UPF

xanthan gum (stabiliser)

A polysaccharide thickener produced by fermentation, used as a stabiliser and thickening agent in foods.
OK

glucose

A simple monosaccharide (basic sugar) commonly used as a sweetener and energy source in foods.

Common questions about Raspberry sorbet

Is Raspberry sorbet ultra-processed?

Yes — Raspberry sorbet 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 several industrially processed ingredients and additives, including dextrose, glucose syrup, invert sugar syrup, flavouring, sodium citrate, and stabiliser xanthan gum. It also includes an emulsifier (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) and a color additive (anthocyanins). These are typical of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Raspberry sorbet are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Raspberry sorbet as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, glucose syrup, invert sugar syrup, flavouring, sodium citrate, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, xanthan gum (stabiliser). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.