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Dark soy sauce
Dark soy sauce by Sainsbury's provides 111 kcal per 100 ml, with 19.9 g of sugars and 1 g of protein. That is 102% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Groceries category and comes in a 150 mL pack. Contains: gluten, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 ml
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds for drinks.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 5ml
| Nutrient | Per 100 ml | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 111 kcal | 6 kcal | 194 −43% | |
| Carbohydrates | 25.2 g | 1.3 g | 0% | 16.1 +56% |
| Total sugars | 19.9 g | 1 g | 9.8 +102% | |
| Added sugars | 15 g | 0.7 g | 1% | 4.8 +213% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.1 g | 0.2 g | 1% | 2.4 +30% |
| Protein | 1 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 2.8 −65% |
| Salt | 10.8 g | 0.5 g | 5.9 +84% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other groceries
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Ingredients
water, sugar, soya sauce (10%) (water, soya beans, wheat , salt), salt, colour: plain caramel, acidity regulator: lactic acid, preservative: potassium sorbate
- Allergens
- GlutenSoybeans
- May contain traces
- NutsPeanuts
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 150 mL
- Serving size
- 5ml
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 01758726
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Dark soy sauce?
Dark soy sauce contains 111 kcal per 100 ml and about 6 kcal per serving (5ml).
How much sugar is in Dark soy sauce?
Dark soy sauce has 19.9 g of sugars per 100 ml, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Dark soy sauce healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Dark soy sauce vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Dark soy sauce contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Soybeans. It may also contain traces of nuts, peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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