Freshona, Lidl

Black beans in water

Barcode 4056489594284

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No — Black beans in water is not ultra-processed.

The product contains black beans, water, and a basic firming agent (calcium chloride). Calcium chloride is a simple mineral salt used for texture and is not an industrial formulation with flavorings, sweeteners, or complex additives. There are no refined syrups, artificial flavors, emulsifiers, or other ultra-processed ingredients, so this is not considered an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

black beans

Beans from plants of the Phaseolus genus, a staple legume used across many cuisines.
OK

water

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

firming agent: calcium chloride

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Common questions about Black beans in water

Is Black beans in water ultra-processed?

No — Black beans in water by Freshona, Lidl is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains black beans, water, and a basic firming agent (calcium chloride). Calcium chloride is a simple mineral salt used for texture and is not an industrial formulation with flavorings, sweeteners, or complex additives. There are no refined syrups, artificial flavors, emulsifiers, or other ultra-processed ingredients, so this is not considered an ultra-processed food 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.