Sainsbury's

Spanish chorizo slices

Barcode 01737769

Scanned 6 times by Nomi users

Yes — Spanish chorizo slices is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and refined ingredients, including dextrose (an isolated refined sugar), colour (paprika extract), acidity regulator (sodium citrate), antioxidants (sodium erythorbate, extracts of rosemary), and preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate). Pre-identified UPF ingredients dextrose and colour (paprika extract) alone are sufficient to classify this product as UPF.

Ingredients

6 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

lactose

A disaccharide sugar found in milk.
OK

paprika

A spice made from ground dried red peppers (Capsicum species).
UPF

dextrose

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

sugar

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

caseinate

Milk-derived protein salt used as an emulsifier or fortification; extracted/isolated protein.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
UPF

colour (paprika extract)

Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
UPF

sodium citrate

Sodium citrate is a mineral salt used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in foods and drinks.
UPF

sodium erythorbate; rosemary extract (antioxidants)

A combination of antioxidant additives: sodium erythorbate (synthetic) and rosemary extract (natural) used to prevent oxidation in processed foods.
UPF

preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate)

Common food preservatives used in curing meats; includes sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate.
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

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.

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Common questions about Spanish chorizo slices

Is Spanish chorizo slices ultra-processed?

Yes — Spanish chorizo slices by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives and refined ingredients, including dextrose (an isolated refined sugar), colour (paprika extract), acidity regulator (sodium citrate), antioxidants (sodium erythorbate, extracts of rosemary), and preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate). Pre-identified UPF ingredients dextrose and colour (paprika extract) alone are sufficient to classify this product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Spanish chorizo slices are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Spanish chorizo slices as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, caseinate, colour (paprika extract), sodium citrate, sodium erythorbate; rosemary extract (antioxidants), preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate). 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.