Tesco

Long Grain Rice

Barcode 5000358218152

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No — Long Grain Rice is not ultra-processed.

The product contains cooked long grain rice (water and rice) and sunflower oil, which are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, flavorings, or processed sugars, so it is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked long grain rice (97%) (water, long grain rice)
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.

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Common questions about Long Grain Rice

Is Long Grain Rice ultra-processed?

No — Long Grain Rice by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains cooked long grain rice (water and rice) and sunflower oil, which are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, flavorings, or processed sugars, so it is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) 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.