Sainsbury’s

Honey Roast Ham Slices

Barcode 01681383

Scanned 21 times by Nomi users

Yes — Honey Roast Ham Slices is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains stabilisers (triphosphates) and preservatives (sodium nitrite), which are industrial additives used to modify texture, shelf life, and safety. These additives place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category even though the main ingredients are pork and honey.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Fresh or processed pork meat with 96% meat content; a common savory protein source.
OK

honey

Natural sweetener produced by bees from floral nectar; traditional and minimally processed.
OK

salt

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

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

stabilisers (triphosphates)
UPF

sodium ascorbate

Antioxidant additive used to prevent oxidation and extend shelf life in foods; a salt form of vitamin C.
UPF

sodium nitrite

Preservative commonly used in cured meats and processed foods; nitrite can form potentially harmful compounds under certain conditions.

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Common questions about Honey Roast Ham Slices

Is Honey Roast Ham Slices ultra-processed?

Yes — Honey Roast Ham Slices by Sainsbury’s is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains stabilisers (triphosphates) and preservatives (sodium nitrite), which are industrial additives used to modify texture, shelf life, and safety. These additives place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category even though the main ingredients are pork and honey.

Which ingredients in Honey Roast Ham Slices are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Honey Roast Ham Slices as ultra-processed markers: sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrite. 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?

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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.