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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in sugars, high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.
Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.
Ingredients (original text)
sugar, water, soybeans, salt, sweet potato, modified corn starch, sesame seeds, garlic, wheat flour, chili pepper, spices, caramel color, acetic acid, fd,c red color no, 40, potassium sorbate added as a preservative,
Why can't we give a definite answer for Hoisin Sauce?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Hoisin Sauce fits a vegan diet. Reasons:
- At least one ingredient can come from either a plant or an animal source (things like "natural flavouring"), so Open Food Facts could not fully verify this product
Rather than guessing, we prefer to tell you honestly when the data is incomplete. If you follow a vegan diet for health or religious reasons, please check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer directly before consuming this product.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data from Open Food Facts. Product formulations change frequently. This is not medical, nutritional, or religious advice.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hoisin Sauce Vegan?
We cannot say for certain. At least one ingredient can come from either a plant or an animal source (things like "natural flavouring"), so Open Food Facts could not fully verify this product Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does Hoisin Sauce contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: sugar, water, soybeans, salt, sweet potato, modified corn starch, sesame seeds, garlic, wheat flour, chili pepper, spices, caramel color, acetic acid,...
What are the nutritional facts of Hoisin Sauce?
Hoisin Sauce contains 200 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 45g of carbohydrates, and 0g of fat.
How much sugar is in Hoisin Sauce?
Hoisin Sauce lists 45 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).
Is Hoisin Sauce ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Hoisin Sauce is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Hoisin Sauce on a Vegan diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Hoisin Sauce fits a Vegan diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.