Is Great Value Sardines in Mustard Sauce ultra-processed?

NET WT 3.75 OZ (106G) Canned sardines Sold in the United States

It's processed, but not ultra-processed

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Less processed isn't automatically healthier, so compare the labels for what matters to you, such as sugar or salt.

Ultra-processing Processing signs are highlighted

sardines, water, mustard powder, soybean oil (processing marker), acetic acid, salt (processing marker)

Additives: E260 Acetic acid

As written on the pack

SARDINES, WATER, MUSTARD POWDER, SOYBEAN OIL, ACETIC ACID, SALT. CONTAINS SARDINES. MAY CONTAIN TRACES OF WHEAT AND SOY

Kitchen staples like sugar, salt and oil. On their own they make a food processed, not ultra-processed.

Salt Salt, added for taste and preservation.
Vegetable oil Vegetable oils are pressed or extracted from seeds, nuts and fruits.

From least to most processed, this one ranks 76th. 16% of the canned sardines here are ultra-processed.

Ranked by NOVA group, then by the number of ultra-processing signs, additives and ingredients. Our ordering, not part of NOVA.

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