Tesco

Strawberry Conserve

Barcode 5000436288282

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Yes — Strawberry Conserve is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains pectin (a gelling agent) and sodium citrate (an acidity regulator), which are industrially extracted additives falling under NOVA ultra-processed criteria, even though the core ingredients (sugar, strawberries, citric acid) are minimally processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

sugar

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

strawberry

A fresh red fruit widely eaten fresh or in desserts; rich in water, fiber, and natural sugars.
UPF

pectin

Natural polysaccharide extracted from plant cell walls used as a gelling agent in jams, jellies, and confectionery.
OK

citric acid

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

acidity regulator (sodium citrate). prepared with 55g of fruit per 100g. total sugar content: 61g per 100g

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Common questions about Strawberry Conserve

Is Strawberry Conserve ultra-processed?

Yes — Strawberry Conserve by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains pectin (a gelling agent) and sodium citrate (an acidity regulator), which are industrially extracted additives falling under NOVA ultra-processed criteria, even though the core ingredients (sugar, strawberries, citric acid) are minimally processed.

Which ingredients in Strawberry Conserve are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Strawberry Conserve as an ultra-processed marker: pectin. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Strawberry Conserve?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Strawberry High Fruit Content Spread by St. Dalfour. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.