Ashfields

British beef quarter pounders

Barcode 4061464783836

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Yes — British beef quarter pounders is ultra-processed.

Contains dextrose (an industrially refined sugar) and sodium metabisulphite (a preservative), which are ultra-processed ingredients under NOVA, so the whole product is classified as UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

beef (86%)
OK

water

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

dried potato

Dried form of potato used as a processed ingredient or snack base; essentially dehydrated potato.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
UPF

dextrose

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

salt

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

cracked black pepper

Coarsely ground peppercorns used as a spice to season dishes.
UPF

sodium metabisulphite

A sulfur-containing preservative used to inhibit oxidation and browning in foods; it is an additive often used in dried fruits, wines, and beverages. May cause allergic/kata-sensitive reactions in some individuals.

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Common questions about British beef quarter pounders

Is British beef quarter pounders ultra-processed?

Yes — British beef quarter pounders by Ashfields is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains dextrose (an industrially refined sugar) and sodium metabisulphite (a preservative), which are ultra-processed ingredients under NOVA, so the whole product is classified as UPF.

Which ingredients in British beef quarter pounders are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in British beef quarter pounders as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, sodium metabisulphite. 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.