Why is Sweet Chilli Sauce classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

The sauce is labeled NOVA 4 because it includes refined sugar, modified corn starch, acidity regulators (acetic and citric acid), a preservative (potassium sorbate) and a thickener (xanthan gum), all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the sugar and salt content in Sweet Chilli Sauce affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 46.7 g of sugar per 100 g, the sauce can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes and is unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while its 1.5 g of salt per 100 g is moderate and may contribute to higher sodium intake for hypertension if used in large quantities.

Is Sweet Chilli Sauce suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

The ingredient list contains no animal‑derived components, making it vegan and generally acceptable for halal; however, its high sugar and carbohydrate content make it incompatible with keto, and while no wheat is listed, gluten‑free status cannot be guaranteed without certification.

Go-Tan • 640 ml

Sweet Chilli Sauce

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Sweet Chilli Sauce is a sweet, tangy condiment that belongs to the Fat and sauces family (dressings and sauces). It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is classified as NOVA 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature, with very high sugar (46.7 g per 100 g), moderate salt (1.5 g per 100 g), and negligible fat. The sauce is vegan and vegetarian but contains added sugars, modified corn starch, xanthan gum, and potassium sorbate, which limit its nutritional quality.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal178 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates44 g

Sugars46.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sauces, this Sweet Chilli Sauce contains over four times more sugar and nearly double the carbohydrates, while its fat, saturated fat and salt levels are markedly lower than the category averages.

Ingredients

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