Aldi

Unsmoked bacon

Barcode 4088600325705

Scanned 6 times by Nomi users

Yes — Unsmoked bacon is ultra-processed.

The product contains preservatives (potassium nitrate, sodium nitrite) and the additive antioxidant sodium ascorbate, which are industrial additives used for preservation and color retention, so it is classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

pork

Meat from pigs, typically used as a protein source in dishes; can be fresh, cured, or processed depending on product. In this context, likely refers to minced or primary meat ingredient in a prepared product.
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.
OK

antioxidant: sodium ascorbate; preservatives: potassium nitrate
UPF

sodium nitrite

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

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Common questions about Unsmoked bacon

Is Unsmoked bacon ultra-processed?

Yes — Unsmoked bacon by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains preservatives (potassium nitrate, sodium nitrite) and the additive antioxidant sodium ascorbate, which are industrial additives used for preservation and color retention, so it is classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Unsmoked bacon are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Unsmoked bacon as an ultra-processed marker: sodium nitrite. 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.