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Beef burgers

Barcode 5000169062838

Yes — Beef burgers is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because of the use of additive preservatives and antioxidants: sodium sulphite and sodium ascorbate are industrial additives not used in home cooking, placing the product in NOVA 4.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

british beef (90%)
OK

water

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

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

nu rapeseed oil
OK

cracked black pepper

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

preservative (sodium typ sulphite)
UPF

sodium ascorbate

Antioxidant additive used to prevent oxidation and extend shelf life in foods; a salt form of vitamin C.

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Common questions about Beef burgers

Is Beef burgers ultra-processed?

Yes — Beef burgers by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because of the use of additive preservatives and antioxidants: sodium sulphite and sodium ascorbate are industrial additives not used in home cooking, placing the product in NOVA 4.

Which ingredients in Beef burgers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Beef burgers as an ultra-processed marker: sodium ascorbate. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.