Pork Slices

Barcode 4056489174141

Yes — Pork Slices is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This processed pork product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: antioxidant: sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrite, and potassium nitrate. These curing agents and antioxidants are hallmark UPF ingredients under the NOVA system.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

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pork

Pork is the meat from pigs, a basic animal protein widely used as a staple food.
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

sodium ascorbate

Sodium ascorbate is the sodium salt of ascorbic acid, used as an antioxidant to prevent oxidation in foods and to extend shelf life.
UPF

sodium nitrite

A chemical curing salt used to preserve meat, inhibit bacteria, and fix colour; an inorganic nitrite additive.
UPF

potassium nitrate

A chemical curing salt used to preserve meat and develop cured colour; an inorganic salt often used in processed meats.

Common questions about Pork Slices

Is Pork Slices ultra-processed?

Yes — Pork Slices is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This processed pork product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: antioxidant: sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrite, and potassium nitrate. These curing agents and antioxidants are hallmark UPF ingredients under the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Pork Slices are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Pork Slices as ultra-processed markers: sodium ascorbate, 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?

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.