Sainsbury's, By Sainsbury's

Tomato Ketchup

Barcode 01774207

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No — Tomato Ketchup is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains basic culinary ingredients (water, tomato puree, sugar, spirit vinegar, maize starch, salt, spices, clove leaf oil) with no industrial additives (emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, industrial syrups, or refined/hydrogenated oils). According to the given rules, these do not make the product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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water

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

tomato puree

A cooked, strained tomato product used as a base in sauces and dishes.
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

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about Tomato Ketchup

Is Tomato Ketchup ultra-processed?

No — Tomato Ketchup by Sainsbury's, By Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains basic culinary ingredients (water, tomato puree, sugar, spirit vinegar, maize starch, salt, spices, clove leaf oil) with no industrial additives (emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, industrial syrups, or refined/hydrogenated oils). According to the given rules, these do not make the product ultra-processed.

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.