Sainsbury's, Cano, Coop

Sliced Chicken Breast

Barcode 5000128841924

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Yes — Sliced Chicken Breast is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive sodium tripolyphosphate, a stabiliser used in industrial processing, which falls under NOVA group 4. The presence of such industrial additives makes the whole product UPF, even though the main ingredient is chicken breast.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

cooked chicken breast (99%)
OK

brown sugar

Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
UPF

stabiliser: sodium tripolyphosphate

Food additive used as a stabiliser and moisture-retaining agent, common in processed meats and seafood.

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Common questions about Sliced Chicken Breast

Is Sliced Chicken Breast ultra-processed?

Yes — Sliced Chicken Breast by Sainsbury's, Cano, Coop is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive sodium tripolyphosphate, a stabiliser used in industrial processing, which falls under NOVA group 4. The presence of such industrial additives makes the whole product UPF, even though the main ingredient is chicken breast.

Which ingredients in Sliced Chicken Breast are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Sliced Chicken Breast as an ultra-processed marker: stabiliser: sodium tripolyphosphate. 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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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.