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Slow cooked beef brisket

Barcode 5000169387023

No — Slow cooked beef brisket is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains only whole foods and basic culinary ingredients: beef brisket (95%), water, black pepper, and salt. There are no industrially processed additives, refined syrups, artificial flavorings, emulsifiers, or other markers of ultra-processing according to NOVA, so this product is not classified as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

beef brisket (95%)
OK

water

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

salt

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

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Common questions about Slow cooked beef brisket

Is Slow cooked beef brisket ultra-processed?

No — Slow cooked beef brisket by Waitrose is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains only whole foods and basic culinary ingredients: beef brisket (95%), water, black pepper, and salt. There are no industrially processed additives, refined syrups, artificial flavorings, emulsifiers, or other markers of ultra-processing according to NOVA, so this product is not classified as ultra-processed.

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.