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Duchy Organic Free Range British Pork Chipolatas

Barcode 5000169149539
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Duchy Organic Free Range British Pork Chipolatas is ultra-processed.

The sausages contain the additive antioxidant (ascorbic acid), which is treated as an ultra-processed additive under the given criteria, so the overall product is classified as ultra-processed. Other components such as fortified wheat flour and basic spices do not change this classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    pork
    Meat from a pig, typically used as a protein source in dishes.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    fortified wheat flour
    Wheat flour fortified with added vitamins and minerals (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin).
  • OK
    sea salt
    Edible salt extracted from seawater used as a seasoning and preservative.
  • OK
    salt
    A basic mineral seasoning used to enhance flavour and preserve foods; typically sodium chloride.
  • OK
    nutmeg
    A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.
  • OK
    ginger
    A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
  • 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
    mace
    The lacy aril (red covering) of the nutmeg seed, dried and ground for a warm, aromatic, spicy flavor.
  • OK
    mustard powder
    Ground mustard seeds, used as a spice and flavoring.
  • OK
    thyme
    A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
  • UPF
    ascorbic acid (vitamin c)
    Antioxidant additive used to prevent oxidation in foods.
  • OK
    yeast
    Microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking and fermentation; can be dried or fresh.
  • OK
    chilli powder
    Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
  • OK
    sage. filled into natural sheep casing

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Common questions about Duchy Organic Free Range British Pork Chipolatas

Is Duchy Organic Free Range British Pork Chipolatas ultra-processed?

Yes — Duchy Organic Free Range British Pork Chipolatas by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The sausages contain the additive antioxidant (ascorbic acid), which is treated as an ultra-processed additive under the given criteria, so the overall product is classified as ultra-processed. Other components such as fortified wheat flour and basic spices do not change this classification.

Which ingredients in Duchy Organic Free Range British Pork Chipolatas are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Duchy Organic Free Range British Pork Chipolatas as an ultra-processed marker: ascorbic acid (vitamin c). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Duchy Organic Free Range British Pork Chipolatas?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Pork Sausages by Marks & Spencer, Organic Free Range Pork Sausages by Waitrose Duchy Organic,Duchy Organic,Waitrose, Duchy Organic Free Range British Pork Chipolatas. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

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