Tesco

Seedless Raspberry Jam

Barcode 5000119450012

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Yes — Seedless Raspberry Jam is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains glucose-fructose syrup, an industrially refined sugar syrup identified as a UPF ingredient. It also includes gelling agent (pectin), which is an extracted additive, further supporting its UPF classification.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

UPF

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

raspberries

A small, bright red edible fruit from the genus Rubus, known for its sweet-tles and tart flavor; commonly eaten fresh or used in desserts, jams, and beverages.
OK

sugar

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

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
UPF

pectin

Natural polysaccharide extracted from plant cell walls used as a gelling agent in jams, jellies, and confectionery.
UPF

sodium citrate

Sodium citrate is a mineral salt used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in foods and drinks.

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Common questions about Seedless Raspberry Jam

Is Seedless Raspberry Jam ultra-processed?

Yes — Seedless Raspberry Jam by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains glucose-fructose syrup, an industrially refined sugar syrup identified as a UPF ingredient. It also includes gelling agent (pectin), which is an extracted additive, further supporting its UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Seedless Raspberry Jam are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Seedless Raspberry Jam as ultra-processed markers: glucose-fructose syrup, pectin, sodium citrate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Seedless Raspberry Jam?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Strawberry High Fruit Content Spread by St. Dalfour. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.