Marks & Spencer

Baked Beans

Barcode 29149834

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Yes — Baked Beans is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and extracts, specifically paprika extract and garlic extract, which have been pre-identified as UPF ingredients. It also contains unspecified flavouring (onion oil), which indicates the use of industrial flavoring agents. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

haricot beans (49%) tomatoes (32%) water
OK

sugar

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

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

salt

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

vinegar. dried onions
UPF

paprika extract

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

flavouring onion oil
UPF

garlic extract

A flavoring made by concentrating compounds from garlic, used to impart garlic flavor in foods and seasonings.

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Common questions about Baked Beans

Is Baked Beans ultra-processed?

Yes — Baked Beans by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and extracts, specifically paprika extract and garlic extract, which have been pre-identified as UPF ingredients. It also contains unspecified flavouring (onion oil), which indicates the use of industrial flavoring agents. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Baked Beans are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Baked Beans as ultra-processed markers: paprika extract, garlic 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.