Birchwood

Smoked Back Bacon

Barcode 4056489899303

Scanned 5 times by Nomi users

Yes — Smoked Back Bacon is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate), which are additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

87% pork
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 nitrite

A curing salt used to preserve and cure meat by inhibiting bacterial growth and giving pink color. Often used in processed meats.
UPF

potassium nitrate

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

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Common questions about Smoked Back Bacon

Is Smoked Back Bacon ultra-processed?

Yes — Smoked Back Bacon by Birchwood is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate), which are additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Smoked Back Bacon are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Smoked Back Bacon as ultra-processed markers: 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.