
Product Insights
Sainsbury’s DATES are a partially rehydrated dried fruit consisting of 99 % dates and 1 % potassium sorbate preservative. They belong to the Fruits and vegetables (Dried fruits) group, carry a NOVA 3 rating indicating moderate processing, and have no Nutri‑Score listed. Nutritionally they are very low in fat, salt and saturated fat but contain high sugars (≈58 g per 100 g) and modest fiber, offering natural sweetness while contributing a substantial sugar load.
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Nutritional Values
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Comparative Analysis
Compared with the average dried‑fruit category (48.5 g sugar, 7.7 g fat, 1.1 g salt per 100 g), these dates provide significantly more sugar, far less fat and salt, and a higher fiber content.
Ingredients
Partially Rehydrated Dried Dates (99%), Preservative: Potassium Sorbate.
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