Asda

Dark Soy Sauce

Barcode 5063089172865

Scanned 26 times by Nomi users

Yes — Dark Soy Sauce is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday use.

This dark soy sauce is ultra-processed because it contains caramelised sugar syrup, acidity regulator (lactic acid), and preservative (potassium sorbate), which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. These industrially processed additives and formulation components classify the product as UPF under the stated NOVA criteria.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

soy sauce extract (10%) [water
OK

soybeans

Mature seeds of Glycine max, a legume used to produce many soy-based foods and products.
OK

wheat]

Looks like a malformed entry likely intended to indicate wheat; wheat is a basic ingredient used in many foods.
UPF

caramelised sugar syrup

A syrup derived from sugar heated to create caramelization; a processed sugars product commonly used as a sweetener or flavoring.
UPF

lactic acid

A naturally occurring organic acid used as a acidity regulator and preservative in foods; often added as E270 to adjust pH and inhibit microbial growth.
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 Dark Soy Sauce

Is Dark Soy Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Dark Soy Sauce by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This dark soy sauce is ultra-processed because it contains caramelised sugar syrup, acidity regulator (lactic acid), and preservative (potassium sorbate), which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. These industrially processed additives and formulation components classify the product as UPF under the stated NOVA criteria.

Which ingredients in Dark Soy Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Dark Soy Sauce as ultra-processed markers: caramelised sugar syrup, lactic acid, 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?

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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.