M&S Collection

Great British Pork Sausages

Barcode 00995528

Yes — Great British Pork Sausages is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives: dextrose (an industrial sugar), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), emulsifier E450 (a phosphate salt used to modify texture), and preservative E223 (sodium metabisulphite). These additives and refined ingredients place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category, even though it also contains basic ingredients like pork, water, spices, and salt.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

british outdoor bred pork (75%)
OK

water

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

gluten free crumb (rice flour, chickpea flour, cornflour, dextrose)
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

salt

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

ground spices (white pepper, nutmeg, ginger, mace, cayenne pepper)
OK

emulsifier: e450
UPF

dextrose

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

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

preservative: e223 (sulphites)
OK

sage

An aromatic herb (Salvia officinalis) used to flavor meats, stuffings, and sauces; leaves are edible.
OK

antioxidant: ascorbic acid. sausages filled into natural pork casings. for allergens see ingredients in hold

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Common questions about Great British Pork Sausages

Is Great British Pork Sausages ultra-processed?

Yes — Great British Pork Sausages by M&S Collection is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives: dextrose (an industrial sugar), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), emulsifier E450 (a phosphate salt used to modify texture), and preservative E223 (sodium metabisulphite). These additives and refined ingredients place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category, even though it also contains basic ingredients like pork, water, spices, and salt.

Which ingredients in Great British Pork Sausages are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Great British Pork Sausages as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, yeast 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.