Apricot jam

by Sainsbury's 454 g in Apricot jams Barcode 00036856
Poor nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
a
Environmental impact estimate

Apricot jam by Sainsbury's provides 256 kcal per 100 g, with 49.3 g of sugars and 0.5 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Apricot jams category and comes in a 454 g pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
0.5 g · Low
Saturated fat
0.1 g · Low
Sugars
49.3 g · High
Salt
0.1 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 23g

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 256 kcal 59 kcal 207 +24%
Total fat 0.5 g 0.1 g 0% 0.3 +95%
Saturated fat 0.1 g 0 g 0% 0.1 +66%
Carbohydrates 62.9 g 14.5 g 5% 50.2 +25%
Total sugars 49.3 g 11.3 g 47.1 +5%
Added sugars 68.8 g 15.8 g 32% 27.2 +153%
Dietary fiber 0.5 g 0.1 g 0% 1.2 −59%
Protein 0.5 g 0.1 g 0% 0.6 −10%
Salt 0.1 g 0 g 0.1 +48%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1562 Apricot jams products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other apricot jams

Calories higher 7%
Sugars lower 48%
Salt higher 14%
Saturated fat higher 35%
Protein top 74%
Fiber top 89%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Glucose-Fructose syrup, Apricots, Sugar, Gelling Agent: Pectin; Acidity Regulators: Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate.

Palm oil freeVeganVegetarian
May contain traces
Fragment of fruit stone

Additives 3

E440 - Pectins
Emulsifier

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
454 g
Serving size
23g
Labels & certifications
VegetarianVegan
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
00036856

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Apricot jam?

Apricot jam contains 256 kcal per 100 g and about 59 kcal per serving (23g).

How much sugar is in Apricot jam?

Apricot jam has 49.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Apricot jam healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Apricot jam vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.

What allergens does Apricot jam contain?

No allergens are listed in the label data. It may also contain traces of fragment of fruit stone. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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