Peperami

Original Peperami

Barcode 4251097405391

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

Yes — Original Peperami is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients: dextrose (an industrially processed sugar), flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate), and the preservative sodium nitrite. These additives are characteristic of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Pork is the meat from pigs, a basic animal protein widely used as a staple food.
OK

iodised salt

Table salt fortified with iodine (potassium iodate) for dietary iodine intake.
UPF

dextrose

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

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

pork fat

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

flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate)
UPF

sodium nitrite

Preservative commonly used in cured meats and processed foods; nitrite can form potentially harmful compounds under certain conditions.
OK

beec hwood smoke

A smoke flavoring derived from beechwood used to impart smoky flavor in foods; generally used as a seasoning or aroma.

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Common questions about Original Peperami

Is Original Peperami ultra-processed?

Yes — Original Peperami by Peperami is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients: dextrose (an industrially processed sugar), flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate), and the preservative sodium nitrite. These additives are characteristic of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Original Peperami are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Original Peperami as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, 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.