Sainsbury's

Brown basmati rice by sainsburys

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No — Brown basmati rice by sainsburys is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are cooked brown basmati rice, vegetable oil (sunflower, rapeseed), and salt. These are basic culinary ingredients without ultra-processed additives, industrial sweeteners, flavourings, or emulsifiers, so this is not classified as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked brown basmati rice
OK

vegetable oil (sunflower, rapeseed)

Basic culinary oil blend produced from pressed or refined sunflower and rapeseed seeds; widely used as a cooking fat.
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about Brown basmati rice by sainsburys

Is Brown basmati rice by sainsburys ultra-processed?

No — Brown basmati rice by sainsburys by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are cooked brown basmati rice, vegetable oil (sunflower, rapeseed), and salt. These are basic culinary ingredients without ultra-processed additives, industrial sweeteners, flavourings, or emulsifiers, so this is not classified as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

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.