Asda

Smooth peanut butter

Barcode 5057172515424

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No — Smooth peanut butter is not ultra-processed.

The only ingredient listed is peanuts, which is a single whole food ingredient without additives, refined sugars, or industrial formulations. According to NOVA, this would be minimally processed, not ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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peanuts

A legume commonly eaten roasted or ground into peanut butter; a common basic ingredient in foods.

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Common questions about Smooth peanut butter

Is Smooth peanut butter ultra-processed?

No — Smooth peanut butter by Asda is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The only ingredient listed is peanuts, which is a single whole food ingredient without additives, refined sugars, or industrial formulations. According to NOVA, this would be minimally processed, not ultra-processed.

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.