HEINZ

BEANZ In a rich tomato sauce NO ADDED SUGAR

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Yes — BEANZ In a rich tomato sauce NO ADDED SUGAR is ultra-processed.

Product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA: modified cornflour (industrial modified starch), natural flavouring (industrial flavouring additive), spice extracts (industrial extracts), and steviol glycosides (intensive sweetener). Therefore it is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

beans

Whole beans used as a basic legume ingredient, likely canned or dried, providing protein and fiber.
OK

tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes; 37% indicated as part of the product composition.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
UPF

modified starch (corn)

Chemically or enzymatically modified starch used as a thickener and texture enhancer in processed foods.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

salt

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
UPF

spice extracts

Concentrated flavouring derived from spices; a processed extract used to impart aroma or taste.
UPF

steviol glycosides

Sweetener derived from Stevia; a highly processed plant extract used as a sugar substitute.
UPF

herb extract

Herbal extract; contains naturally occurring sugars; identified as an extract ingredient.

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Common questions about BEANZ In a rich tomato sauce NO ADDED SUGAR

Is BEANZ In a rich tomato sauce NO ADDED SUGAR ultra-processed?

Yes — BEANZ In a rich tomato sauce NO ADDED SUGAR by HEINZ is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA: modified cornflour (industrial modified starch), natural flavouring (industrial flavouring additive), spice extracts (industrial extracts), and steviol glycosides (intensive sweetener). Therefore it is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Which ingredients in BEANZ In a rich tomato sauce NO ADDED SUGAR are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in BEANZ In a rich tomato sauce NO ADDED SUGAR as ultra-processed markers: modified starch (corn), natural flavouring, spice extracts, steviol glycosides, herb extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to BEANZ In a rich tomato sauce NO ADDED SUGAR?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Organic baked beans by mr organic, Biona Organic Baked Beans Classic by Biona Organic. 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.