Smokey BBQ Sauce

Smokey BBQ Sauce

Hellmann's · all Hellmann's products checked

Target diet: Vegan

Smokey BBQ Sauce · Vegan

No, skip it.

fish, and 2 more.

  • fish
  • anchovies
  • Fish (allergen data)

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

fish

On the label

watersugarwhite wine vinegartomato pastemolassesmodified corn archsaltworcestershire sauce

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsfish, anchovies, Fish (allergen data)
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
133 kcal
Fat
0.7 g
Saturated fat
0.1 g
low
Carbohydrates
30 g
Sugars
26 g
high
Protein
0.7 g
Salt
1.6 g
high

Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, 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)

water, sugar, white wine vinegar, tomato paste, molasses, modified corn arch, salt, worcestershire sauce (water, glucose syrup, sugar, malt vinegar (barlev) ssalt avourings, onion extract, anchovies (fish), lemon juice concentrate, spices, herbs sunftower garlic powder), sunflower oil, smoke flavouring, onion powder, mustard flour, smoket der, garlic powder, thickener (xanthan qum), preservative (sorbic acid), tlavqurg

Detailed analysis: why is Smokey BBQ Sauce not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Smokey BBQ Sauce is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • fish
  • anchovies
  • Fish (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: water, sugar, white wine vinegar, tomato paste, molasses, modified corn arch, salt, worcestershire sauce (water, glucose syrup, sugar, malt vinegar (barlev) ssalt avourings, onion extract, anchovies (fish), lemon juice concentrate, spices, herbs sunftower garlic powder), sunflower oil, smoke flavouring, onion powder, mustard flour, smoket der, garlic powder, thickener (xanthan qum), preservative (sorbic acid), tlavqurg. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Smokey BBQ Sauce contains 133 calories per 100g, with 0.7g of protein, 0.7g of fat, and 30g of carbohydrates (26g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Smokey BBQ Sauce Vegan?

No, Smokey BBQ Sauce is generally not Vegan because it contains fish, anchovies, Fish (allergen data).

Does Smokey BBQ Sauce contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: water, sugar, white wine vinegar, tomato paste, molasses, modified corn arch, salt, worcestershire sauce (water, glucose syrup, sugar, malt vinegar (b...

What are the nutritional facts of Smokey BBQ Sauce?

Smokey BBQ Sauce contains 133 calories per 100g, with 0.7g of protein, 30g of carbohydrates, and 0.7g of fat.

How much sugar is in Smokey BBQ Sauce?

Smokey BBQ Sauce lists 26 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 Smokey BBQ Sauce ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Smokey BBQ Sauce is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Smokey BBQ Sauce on a Vegan diet?

No, Smokey BBQ Sauce is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.