Asda

Smooth Peanut Butter

Barcode 5054070201633

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Smooth Peanut Butter is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil, making it UPF according to NOVA. The presence of basic ingredients like peanuts, cane sugar, and sea salt does not change this classification.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

peanuts (94%)
OK

vegetable oils [palm oil
OK

peanut oil]
OK

sugar (cane)

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane; a basic sweetener used in foods and drinks.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.

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Common questions about Smooth Peanut Butter

Is Smooth Peanut Butter ultra-processed?

Yes — Smooth Peanut Butter by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil, making it UPF according to NOVA. The presence of basic ingredients like peanuts, cane sugar, and sea salt does not change this classification.

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.