The deli

Smooth Brussels pâté

Barcode 4088600069272

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Yes — Smooth Brussels pâté is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA group 4, including dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), bamboo fibre (an isolated industrial fibre), flavouring (industrial flavour additive), emulsifier (esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), thickener (guar gum), and preservatives (potassium acetate, sodium nitrite), and antioxidants (potassium lactate, sodium ascorbate). Any presence of such additives and industrial formulations makes the product UPF under NOVA.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork liver 34%
OK

pork fat

Rendered fat from pork used as a cooking fat or flavoring.
OK

water

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

pork 8%
OK

pork rind

Rendered or roasted pig skin; traditional single-ingredient food, often eaten as a snack.
OK

rice flour

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

salt

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

dextrose

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

antioxidants (potassium lactate, sodium ascorbate)
UPF

bamboo fibre

Plant-based fiber extracted from bamboo, used as a texture-improving ingredient or functional fiber in foods.
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

emulsifier (citric acid, esters of mono - and di-glycerides of fatty acids)
OK

pea starch

Starch extracted from peas; a refined carbohydrate used as a thickener or binder in foods.
UPF

guar gum (thickener)

Guar gum is a plant-derived thickening agent made from guar beans; used to improve texture and viscosity in foods.
OK

_milk_ proteins
OK

preservatives (potassium acetate, sodium nitrite)
OK

cayenne pepper

Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Smooth Brussels pâté

Is Smooth Brussels pâté ultra-processed?

Yes — Smooth Brussels pâté by The deli is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA group 4, including dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), bamboo fibre (an isolated industrial fibre), flavouring (industrial flavour additive), emulsifier (esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), thickener (guar gum), and preservatives (potassium acetate, sodium nitrite), and antioxidants (potassium lactate, sodium ascorbate). Any presence of such additives and industrial formulations makes the product UPF under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Smooth Brussels pâté are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Smooth Brussels pâté as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, bamboo fibre, guar gum (thickener), flavouring. 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.