blue dragon

sweet chilli sauce imp

Barcode 5010338404017

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Yes — sweet chilli sauce imp is ultra-processed.

The sauce contains glucose-fructose syrup and modified tapioca starch, which are industrially processed ingredients characteristic of ultra-processed foods, so it is classified as UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

red chillies (20%)
OK

sugar

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

glucose-fructose syrup

A commercially produced sweet syrup made by hydrolyzing and blending glucose and fructose sugars; widely used as a sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

ground garlic (6%)
OK

pickled garlic (5%) [garlic
OK

salt

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

acid (acetic acid)]
UPF

modified tapioca starch

A starch derivative used as a thickener and texturizer; a processed ingredient.
OK

acetic acid

Acetic acid used as acidity regulator or acidulant in foods; a simple, standalone chemical often used in small amounts to adjust pH and flavor.
OK

salt. allergy advice: may contain sesame seeds
OK

peanuts and nuts. no artificial colours or preservatives. suitable for vegetarians and vegans. storage: stong refrigerate oft

Healthier alternatives

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Not Ultra-Processed

Sweet Chilli Sauce

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Not Ultra-Processed

Lingham's Chili Sauce

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Common questions about sweet chilli sauce imp

Is sweet chilli sauce imp ultra-processed?

Yes — sweet chilli sauce imp by blue dragon is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The sauce contains glucose-fructose syrup and modified tapioca starch, which are industrially processed ingredients characteristic of ultra-processed foods, so it is classified as UPF.

Which ingredients in sweet chilli sauce imp are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in sweet chilli sauce imp as ultra-processed markers: glucose-fructose syrup, modified tapioca starch. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to sweet chilli sauce imp?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Sweet Chilli Sauce by M&S Food, Marks & Spencer, Lingham's Chili Sauce by LINGHAM'S. 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.