Smoked Beef Bites

Barcode 004445787038

Yes — Smoked Beef Bites is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and processed ingredients, specifically: smoked water, preservative (sodium metabisulphite), and dextrose. These are industrially produced additives/flavouring and refined sugar used for preservation, flavour, and texture, which place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

cherrywood smoked aberdeen angus beef chuck (48%)
OK

aberdeen angus beef (46%)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

gram flour

A fine flour made from ground dried chickpeas (garbanzo beans), used in gluten-free and traditional dishes.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
UPF

smoked water

Water infused with smoke flavors or compounds used as a flavoring agent in cooking.
OK

smoked salt

Salt cured with smoke, often infused with smoky flavor. Used as a seasoning.
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
UPF

sodium metabisulfite

A chemical preservative used to prevent oxidation and spoilage in foods. It is an additive and not a food itself in pure form.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.

Common questions about Smoked Beef Bites

Is Smoked Beef Bites ultra-processed?

Yes — Smoked Beef Bites is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and processed ingredients, specifically: smoked water, preservative (sodium metabisulphite), and dextrose. These are industrially produced additives/flavouring and refined sugar used for preservation, flavour, and texture, which place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in Smoked Beef Bites are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Smoked Beef Bites as ultra-processed markers: smoked water, sodium metabisulfite, dextrose. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.