Waitrose,Essential Waitrose

Bramley apple sauce

Barcode 5000169063972

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Yes — Bramley apple sauce is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch and citric acid, which are industrially processed additives. It also contains potassium sorbate (a preservative) and ascorbic acid (antioxidant), which are additional indicators of ultra-processing.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

bramley apples (74%)
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 maize starch

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

ascorbic acid

A vitamin (C) used as an antioxidant to preserve color and freshness in foods; commonly added to beverages and processed foods.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

preservative potassium sorbate

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Common questions about Bramley apple sauce

Is Bramley apple sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Bramley apple sauce by Waitrose,Essential Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch and citric acid, which are industrially processed additives. It also contains potassium sorbate (a preservative) and ascorbic acid (antioxidant), which are additional indicators of ultra-processing.

Which ingredients in Bramley apple sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Bramley apple sauce as an ultra-processed marker: modified maize starch. 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.