Tesco

Deglet Nour Dates

Barcode 5059697724855

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Yes — Deglet Nour Dates is ultra-processed.

The product contains preservative (potassium sorbate), which is an industrial additive. According to the NOVA classification, the presence of such preservatives makes the food ultra-processed (UPF), even though the base ingredient (dates) is minimally processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

date
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.

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Common questions about Deglet Nour Dates

Is Deglet Nour Dates ultra-processed?

Yes — Deglet Nour Dates by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains preservative (potassium sorbate), which is an industrial additive. According to the NOVA classification, the presence of such preservatives makes the food ultra-processed (UPF), even though the base ingredient (dates) is minimally processed.

Which ingredients in Deglet Nour Dates are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Deglet Nour Dates as an ultra-processed marker: potassium sorbate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.