Ashfields

Roast British Peppered Topside of Beef

Barcode 4088600042855

Yes — Roast British Peppered Topside of Beef is ultra-processed.

This roast beef contains the additive stabiliser: triphosphates, which is an industrial stabilising agent. The presence of such an industrial additive makes the product ultra-processed according to the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

beef

A basic animal protein ingredient derived from cattle; commonly used as meat.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

salt

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

triphosphate stabiliser

A food additive used as a stabiliser in processed foods; a phosphate ester that helps with texture and moisture retention.

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Common questions about Roast British Peppered Topside of Beef

Is Roast British Peppered Topside of Beef ultra-processed?

Yes — Roast British Peppered Topside of Beef by Ashfields is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This roast beef contains the additive stabiliser: triphosphates, which is an industrial stabilising agent. The presence of such an industrial additive makes the product ultra-processed according to the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Roast British Peppered Topside of Beef are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Roast British Peppered Topside of Beef as an ultra-processed marker: triphosphate stabiliser. 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.