Essential Waitrose, Waitrose

Mixed Bean Salad in water

Barcode 5000169043141

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No — Mixed Bean Salad in water is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are beans, water, and simple additives (ascorbic acid and calcium chloride) that are basic processing aids, with no industrially processed sugars, refined/hydrogenated oils, flavourings, or cosmetic additives. This is minimally processed, not ultra-processed, under NOVA.

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Common questions about Mixed Bean Salad in water

Is Mixed Bean Salad in water ultra-processed?

No — Mixed Bean Salad in water by Essential Waitrose, Waitrose is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are beans, water, and simple additives (ascorbic acid and calcium chloride) that are basic processing aids, with no industrially processed sugars, refined/hydrogenated oils, flavourings, or cosmetic additives. This is minimally processed, not ultra-processed, 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.