Sainsburys

pizza pepperoni

Barcode 00497138

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

Yes — pizza pepperoni is ultra-processed.

The product contains dextrose and paprika extract, which are industrially processed additives, so it is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Pork is the meat from pigs, a basic animal protein widely used as a staple food.
OK

salt

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

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

chilli powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
UPF

dextrose

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

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
OK

antioxidants: sodium ascorbate
OK

rosemary extract

A natural extract from rosemary leaves used as a flavoring and/or antioxidant preservative in foods.

Common questions about pizza pepperoni

Is pizza pepperoni ultra-processed?

Yes — pizza pepperoni by Sainsburys is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains dextrose and paprika extract, which are industrially processed additives, so it is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in pizza pepperoni are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in pizza pepperoni as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, paprika extract. 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.