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canned sardines.

We scored 10 canned sardines products sold across UK supermarkets. Sorted by NOVA processing group + additive count.

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4 verified · 1 estimated · 5 unscored
The score range
Mostly mid-pack. Trade-offs everywhere.
Best
58
Median
58
Worst
58
From verified-NOVA only.
Coverage40% of the shown category products have a verified NOVA score. The rest are estimated from additive count and ingredient length, or hidden until classified.
Methodology
How we score canned sardines.

Each product starts at a NOVA baseline (96 / 78 / 58 / 32 for groups 1–4). We deduct 4 points per additive and small amounts for very long ingredient lists. Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Where a NOVA group isn't yet recorded, we mark the score "estimated" and dash the dial — we don't fake a verified number.

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