Suma

Organic Baked Beans

Barcode 5017601032878

No — Organic Baked Beans is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list primarily consists of whole foods (haricot beans, tomatoes, water, sugar, onion, sunflower oil, salt, pepper) plus basic additives (ascorbic acid) and a basic thickener (maize starch). None of the listed ingredients are industrial formulations or additives such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners like gums, refined industrial syrups, or artificial/natural flavorings that would classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA. Therefore it is not considered UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

haricot beans* (45%) tomatoes (30%)
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water

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

sugar

A basic sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; typically granulated form used widely in cooking and baking.
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onion* sunflower oil*
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maize starch&quot
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salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
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black pepper*
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ascorbic acid. *from organic farming

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Common questions about Organic Baked Beans

Is Organic Baked Beans ultra-processed?

No — Organic Baked Beans by Suma is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list primarily consists of whole foods (haricot beans, tomatoes, water, sugar, onion, sunflower oil, salt, pepper) plus basic additives (ascorbic acid) and a basic thickener (maize starch). None of the listed ingredients are industrial formulations or additives such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners like gums, refined industrial syrups, or artificial/natural flavorings that would classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA. Therefore it is not considered UPF.

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.