Simply

Baked beans

Barcode 20927455

Scanned 23 times by Nomi users

Yes — Baked beans is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients. Specifically, modified maize starch (a chemically/physically altered starch used as a thickener), flavourings (industrial flavor formulations), and paprika extract (an isolated extract used primarily for color/flavor) are all UPF markers under NOVA. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate industrial formulation, so the overall product is UPF even though it also contains simple ingredients like beans, tomatoes, water, sugar, and salt.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

49% haricot beans
OK

33% tomatoes
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.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

salt

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

spirit vinegar

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

paprika powder

Ground dried red paprika peppers used as a spice to add color and mild to moderate heat.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.

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Common questions about Baked beans

Is Baked beans ultra-processed?

Yes — Baked beans by Simply is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients. Specifically, modified maize starch (a chemically/physically altered starch used as a thickener), flavourings (industrial flavor formulations), and paprika extract (an isolated extract used primarily for color/flavor) are all UPF markers under NOVA. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate industrial formulation, so the overall product is UPF even though it also contains simple ingredients like beans, tomatoes, water, sugar, and salt.

Which ingredients in Baked beans are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Baked beans as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, flavourings, paprika extract. 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.