Tesco

Dark brown soft sugar

Barcode 5000119113252

No — Dark brown soft sugar is not ultra-processed.

The only ingredient is dark brown soft cane sugar, which is a minimally processed traditional sugar product and does not contain any industrial additives, refined syrups, or processing aids associated with ultra-processed foods under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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dark brown soft cane sugar

A basic sweetener: unrefined cane sugar with molasses giving a dark color and moist texture; used in baking and cooking for rich flavor.

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Common questions about Dark brown soft sugar

Is Dark brown soft sugar ultra-processed?

No — Dark brown soft sugar by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The only ingredient is dark brown soft cane sugar, which is a minimally processed traditional sugar product and does not contain any industrial additives, refined syrups, or processing aids associated with ultra-processed foods 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.