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Taco Beans

Barcode 4087344247601
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Taco Beans is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is not valid as it is too vague and does not list specific components (e.g., only 'taco mixed beans in a tomato sauce' is provided without detailed ingredients or additives). Without a proper ingredient list, the product cannot be reliably classified, so isValid is set to false.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • UPF
    taco mixed beans
    A prepared bean mixture used in tacos, typically canned or pre-seasoned with taco spices.
  • UPF
    beans in tomato sauce
    Beans cooked in tomato sauce; commonly found as a ready-to-eat canned product or ingredient in prepared dishes.

Common questions about Taco Beans

Is Taco Beans ultra-processed?

No — Taco Beans is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is not valid as it is too vague and does not list specific components (e.g., only 'taco mixed beans in a tomato sauce' is provided without detailed ingredients or additives). Without a proper ingredient list, the product cannot be reliably classified, so isValid is set to false.

Which ingredients in Taco Beans are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Taco Beans as ultra-processed markers: taco mixed beans, beans in tomato sauce. 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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