Essential Waitrose

Baked Beans In Tomato Sauce

Barcode 5000169061046

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Yes — Baked Beans In Tomato Sauce is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch and garlic extract, which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. It also includes "flavouring" (an unspecified industrial flavor formulation). These additives make the overall product an ultra-processed food according to NOVA.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

haricot beans

Small white beans commonly used in stews and salads; a legume rich in protein and fiber.
OK

water

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

tomato purée

Cooked tomato product, thickened puree used as a base or sauce ingredient.
OK

sugar

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

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

salt

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

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

ground paprika

A ground spice made from dried peppers, used for color and flavor.
UPF

colour (paprika extract)

Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

clove extract
OK

cinnamon extract
OK

chilli extract

Extract derived from chili peppers used to impart heat or flavor.
UPF

garlic extract

A flavoring made by concentrating compounds from garlic, used to impart garlic flavor in foods and seasonings.

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Common questions about Baked Beans In Tomato Sauce

Is Baked Beans In Tomato Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Baked Beans In Tomato Sauce by Essential Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch and garlic extract, which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. It also includes "flavouring" (an unspecified industrial flavor formulation). These additives make the overall product an ultra-processed food according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Baked Beans In Tomato Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Baked Beans In Tomato Sauce as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, flavouring, colour (paprika extract), garlic extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Baked Beans In Tomato Sauce?

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.