Marks & Spencer

British Beef Meatballs

Barcode 29493036

No — British Beef Meatballs is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are simply beef, salt, and pepper with no industrial additives, refined syrups, or processing aids indicative of ultra-processing.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

british beef

Uncooked beef meat, typically used as a primary protein in dishes; denotes a high beef content (99%).
OK

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about British Beef Meatballs

Is British Beef Meatballs ultra-processed?

No — British Beef Meatballs by Marks & Spencer is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are simply beef, salt, and pepper with no industrial additives, refined syrups, or processing aids indicative of ultra-processing.

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.