Heinz

Beanz & Vegan Sausages

Barcode 5000157147592

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Yes — Beanz & Vegan Sausages is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and processed ingredients, including yeast extract and dextrose (both pre-identified as UPF ingredients), stabiliser (methylcellulose), natural flavourings/flavourings, modified cornflour, and colour (beetroot red). These extracted/isolated additives and industrially processed components place the product in the UPF category according to NOVA.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

beans (38%)
OK

tomatoes

Fleshy, red fruit used as a vegetable; provides vitamin C, lycopene, and flavor.
OK

plant based sausages (15%) (water, wheat protein, rapeseed oil, potato starch, wheat starch, stabiliser-methylcellulose, citrus fibre, tapioca starch, natural flavourings)
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

salt

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

herbs (sage)
OK

spices (black pepper, white pepper)
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

colour - beetroot red
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
UPF

spice extract

An extract obtained from spices to deliver concentrated aroma/flavor, commonly used in seasonings and processed foods.
OK

water

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

sugar

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

spice extracts

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

herb extract

Derived from herbs to impart aroma or flavor; can be used as a natural flavoring or aroma ingredient.

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Common questions about Beanz & Vegan Sausages

Is Beanz & Vegan Sausages ultra-processed?

Yes — Beanz & Vegan Sausages by Heinz is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and processed ingredients, including yeast extract and dextrose (both pre-identified as UPF ingredients), stabiliser (methylcellulose), natural flavourings/flavourings, modified cornflour, and colour (beetroot red). These extracted/isolated additives and industrially processed components place the product in the UPF category according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Beanz & Vegan Sausages are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Beanz & Vegan Sausages as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, dextrose, flavourings, spice extract, modified starch (corn), spice extracts. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Beanz & Vegan Sausages?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Baked Beans in tomato sauce by Sainsbury’s Organic, 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.

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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.

Beanz & Vegan Sausages

Ingredients

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Common questions about Beanz & Vegan Sausages

Is Beanz & Vegan Sausages ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Beanz & Vegan Sausages are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Beanz & Vegan Sausages?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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