Sainsbury's

Madagascan dark chocolate 80%

Barcode 44642754

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No — Madagascan dark chocolate 80% is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are cocoa mass, sugar, and cocoa butter, which are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or flavorings. Therefore, this product is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cocoa mass

Ground or melted cocoa beans; pure cocoa solids used for chocolate making.
OK

sugar

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

cocoa butter

A natural fat pressed from cacao beans, widely used in chocolate, confectionery, and cosmetics. It has a mild chocolate aroma and is generally suitable for most diets, though allergen precautions are advised due to manufacturing methods.

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Common questions about Madagascan dark chocolate 80%

Is Madagascan dark chocolate 80% ultra-processed?

No — Madagascan dark chocolate 80% by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are cocoa mass, sugar, and cocoa butter, which are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or flavorings. Therefore, this product is not classified as ultra-processed 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.