Herta

Frankfurter Classic

Barcode 3154230049036

Yes — Frankfurter Classic is ultra-processed.

Contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including corn dextrose (refined sugar), flavourings, antioxidant (sodium iso-ascorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite), and added proteins/fibres (pea protein, wheat fiber), so it is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF) under NOVA.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Pork meat from pigs; a basic animal protein commonly used as a staple in many cuisines.
OK

water

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

salt

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

corn dextrose (glucose)

Dextrose (glucose) derived from corn; a simple refined sugar often used as a sweetener or filler.
OK

lactose

Milk sugar, a disaccharide derived from lactose found in dairy products.
UPF

milk protein

Milk protein (casein or whey protein) isolated from milk; used as a protein ingredient in foods.
UPF

pea protein

Protein derived from yellow peas, often sold as powder or isolate for texturizing and fortification.
UPF

wheat fiber

Wheat fiber (cellulose or wheat bran extract) used as dietary fiber; may be isolated from wheat.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

sodium iso-ascorbate antioxidant

Antioxidant additive; sodium iso-ascorbate is used as a stabilizer to prevent oxidation in processed foods.
UPF

sodium nitrite

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

paprika extract, carmine colors

Coloring ingredients derived from paprika and carmine; used to impart color.
OK

lactic acid culture

A starter culture containing lactic acid bacteria used in fermentation (e.g., yogurt, sourdough).
OK

smoke

Produced by burning or smoldering wood to impart aroma and flavor; used in curing or cooking.

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Common questions about Frankfurter Classic

Is Frankfurter Classic ultra-processed?

Yes — Frankfurter Classic by Herta is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including corn dextrose (refined sugar), flavourings, antioxidant (sodium iso-ascorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite), and added proteins/fibres (pea protein, wheat fiber), so it is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF) under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Frankfurter Classic are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Frankfurter Classic as ultra-processed markers: corn dextrose (glucose), milk protein, pea protein, wheat fiber, flavourings, sodium nitrite, paprika extract, carmine colors. 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.