Sainsbury's

Apple Sauce

Barcode 5063334002664

Yes — Apple Sauce is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and preservatives such as sodium metabisulphite and potassium sorbate, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification. It also contains refined sugar, adding to its processed nature.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

apple

A round, sweet to tart fruit with a crisp flesh and edible skin, commonly eaten fresh or used in baking and cooking.
UPF

sodium metabisulfite

A chemical preservative and antioxidant used in foods and beverages to prevent oxidation and browning; commonly used to preserve dried fruits, wine, and processed foods.
OK

sugar

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

cider
OK

lemon concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice product used to impart lemon flavor or acidity in foods, obtained by removing water from lemon juice.
UPF

potassium sorbate

A widely used food preservative that inhibits mold and yeast growth in a variety of foods and beverages.

Common questions about Apple Sauce

Is Apple Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Apple Sauce by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and preservatives such as sodium metabisulphite and potassium sorbate, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification. It also contains refined sugar, adding to its processed nature.

Which ingredients in Apple Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Apple Sauce as ultra-processed markers: sodium metabisulfite, 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.