Zanae

Giant beans in tomato sauce

Barcode 5201051002219

Scanned 11 times by Nomi users

Yes — Giant beans in tomato sauce is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified potato starch and sodium metabisulphite, which are industrial additives not used in home cooking. All it takes is one such ingredient for the product to be considered UPF under the given criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

white giant beans (cooked) 62% water tomatoes 6% vegetable oils (soya oil and sunflower oil in varying proportions)
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

tomatopaste 4%
OK

sugar salt modified potato starch
OK

celery

A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

dill

Fragrant herb used to flavor dishes and pickles; delicate fronds and seeds.
OK

pepper

Ground pepper or whole peppercorns, a common spice used to season foods.
OK

antioxidant: sodium metabisulphite

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Common questions about Giant beans in tomato sauce

Is Giant beans in tomato sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Giant beans in tomato sauce by Zanae is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified potato starch and sodium metabisulphite, which are industrial additives not used in home cooking. All it takes is one such ingredient for the product to be considered UPF under the given criteria.

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.