Why is sweet chilli sauce classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The sauce is labeled NOVA 4 because its formulation relies on refined sugar, modified tapioca starch, acetic acid and other industrially processed ingredients; the only declared additive is acetic acid (E260), which acts as an acidity regulator.

How does the high sugar and salt content in this sweet chilli sauce affect people with diabetes or high blood pressure?

With 37 g of sugar per 100 ml, the sauce can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while its 4.23 g of salt per 100 ml adds significant sodium, which may exacerbate hypertension; consuming it only in small amounts is recommended.

Is this sweet chilli sauce suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or keto diets?

All listed ingredients are plant‑based, so the sauce meets vegan and gluten‑free criteria, but its high carbohydrate and sugar levels make it incompatible with low‑carb or ketogenic diets.

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sweet chilli sauce

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Product Insights

Sweet chilli sauce by Blue Dragon is a vegan-friendly condiment classified under the "Dressings and sauces" PNNS group. It is an ultra‑processed NOVA 4 product with no fat, low saturated fat, but contains 37 g of sugars and 4.23 g of salt per 100 ml, and its Nutri‑Score is not assigned. The sauce has no artificial colours or preservatives, includes a single additive (acetic acid, E260), and may contain traces of sesame, peanuts and nuts, which are important for allergen‑sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal223 kcal

Fat0 g

Carbohydrates54 g

Sugars37 g

Proteins1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sauce, this sweet chilli sauce contains about three times more sugar (37 g vs 10.95 g per 100 g), virtually no fat, slightly less salt, and roughly half the protein and fiber, making it markedly sweeter and less nutrient‑dense.

Ingredients

Water, Sugar, Red Chillies (18%), Ground Garlic (5%), Modified Tapioca Starch, Acid (Acetic Acid), Salt. Allergy Advice: May contain sesame seeds peanuts and nuts. No artificial colours or preservatives. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

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