Van Camp's, Baked Beans, Original
Processing Score
8.3Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
7.5/10Excellent
The processing score reflects 17 ingredients, including ingredients listed as artificial, modified ingredients and emulsifiers or gums. No nutrient exceeds our high thresholds.
Nutrition Highlights
Little Or No Cholesterol ListedGood Protein SourceGood Fiber Source
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
058807540007
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size216 g
Amount per serving
Calories
250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.5g
2%
Saturated Fat 0.5g
3%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 840mg
37%
Total Carbohydrate 49g
18%
Dietary Fiber 10g
36%
Total Sugars 19g
Protein 11g
Calcium 80mg
6%
Iron 4.5mg
25%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
17 listed · 3 flagged for reviewPREPARED WHITE BEANS, WATER, SUGAR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT, MOLASSES, BACON, DISTILLED VINEGAR, CARAMEL COLOR, ONION POWDER, BAKING SODA, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, SMOKE FLAVOUR, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL CARAMEL FLAVOUR, SPICE, SEASONING.
Listed in source order (heaviest first). Select any ingredient to see its category bucket and other products that contain it.
Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Van Camp's, Baked Beans, Original scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Modified Starches (Modified Corn Starch): Chemical modification is a hallmark of UPF.
- Emulsifiers (Soy Lecithin): Industrial emulsifiers indicate UPF.
Within Beans & Legumes, this product is more processed than about 96% of the 4,710 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Van Camp's, Baked Beans, Original's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar, Molasses.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Natural ColorsProcessing indicator
In this product: Caramel Color.
Natural sources but still indicate processing.
- Food Bases & AlkalisProcessing indicator
In this product: Baking Soda.
Common in baking, excessive use indicates processing.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Calcium Chloride.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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