Sarsons

Sweet Onions

Barcode 5060336502963

Yes — Sweet Onions is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and sweeteners, specifically sodium saccharin (an artificial sweetener) and sodium metabisulphite (a preservative). These are extracted/synthesized additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

silverskin onions
OK

water

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

calcium chloride (firming agent)

Calcium chloride is an edible salt used as a firming agent in canned vegetables, pickles, and various foods.
UPF

sodium saccharin

A synthetic artificial sweetener used to replace sugar in foods and drinks; very sweet, calorie-free; often used in diet products and as a flavor enhancer partner. Considered an additive and is commonly used in processed foods.
UPF

sodium metabisulfite

A chemical preservative used to prevent oxidation and spoilage in foods. It is an additive and not a food itself in pure form.

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Common questions about Sweet Onions

Is Sweet Onions ultra-processed?

Yes — Sweet Onions by Sarsons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and sweeteners, specifically sodium saccharin (an artificial sweetener) and sodium metabisulphite (a preservative). These are extracted/synthesized additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Sweet Onions are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Sweet Onions as ultra-processed markers: sodium saccharin, sodium metabisulfite. 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.