Common questions

Is Tesco Soft Apricots healthy?

Tesco Soft Apricots scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists primarily of dried apricots, which are a nutritious source of vitamins and minerals.

How processed is Tesco Soft Apricots?

Tesco Soft Apricots is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Tesco Soft Apricots' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Partially Rehydrated Dried Apricots counts in its favor; Potassium Sorbate is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Tesco Soft Apricots

Name: Tesco Soft Apricots
Brand: Tesco

Tesco

Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 1

Category Fruits

Summary

This product consists primarily of dried apricots, which are a nutritious source of vitamins and minerals. However, the presence of sulphur dioxide and potassium sorbate as preservatives introduces potential health concerns, particularly for individuals sensitive to these additives. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score despite the beneficial aspects of the apricots.

Key ingredients 3

Partially Rehydrated Dried Apricots

Good

This ingredient is a natural fruit product that provides vitamins and fiber, making it a wholesome choice.

Sulphur Dioxide

Neutral

Sulphur Dioxide is used as a preservative to maintain freshness, but it is a chemical additive that some consumers prefer to avoid.

Potassium Sorbate

Bad

Synthetic preservative — flagged in daily-use products.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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