Waitrose

Coleslaw

Barcode 02774640

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — Coleslaw is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains pectin as a thickener, which is an industrial gelling/stabilizing agent and considered an ultra-processed additive under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cabbage

A leafy green or purple vegetable commonly used in salads, slaws, and cooked dishes.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

carrot

A root vegetable rich in beta-carotene and dietary fiber.
OK

water

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

pasteurised free range egg yolk

Pasteurised egg yolk from free-range hens, used as a base ingredient or in custards and sauces.
OK

spirit vinegar

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

sugar

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

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

salt

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

pectin

A natural polysaccharide derived from citrus fruits used as a gelling and thickening agent in foods.
OK

black mustard seeds

Dried seeds of Brassica nigra used as a spice; a single-ingredient, minimally processed food.

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Common questions about Coleslaw

Is Coleslaw ultra-processed?

Yes — Coleslaw by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains pectin as a thickener, which is an industrial gelling/stabilizing agent and considered an ultra-processed additive under NOVA.

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.