Knorr,Unilever

Ham Stock Cubes

Barcode 5000184161103

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Yes — Ham Stock Cubes is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. These include: palm oil (in the vegetable fats blend), maltodextrin, caramel syrup, smoke flavouring, and unspecified flavourings. Palm oil is a highly refined oil; maltodextrin and caramel syrup are industrially processed sugar products; smoke flavouring and flavourings are industrial formulations used purely for taste. The presence of yeast extract and flavourings, which are pre-identified UPF ingredients, also confirms its UPF status.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

salt

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

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

vegetable fats (palm, shea, sal)
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

smoked bacon (5.9%) (bacon, antioxidant (extracts of rosemary), smoke)
OK

ham powder (1.1%) (pork, salt, antioxidant (extracts of rosemary))
UPF

caramel syrup

A syrup produced from sugar with caramelization and often additional flavorings or color, used as a sweetener or flavoring in beverages and desserts; a processed syrup product.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

herbs (parsley, tarragon)
UPF

smoke flavouring

A flavoring agent used to impart smoky aroma or taste in foods. Often an extract or additive designed to mimic smoky flavors.
OK

spices (pepper, parsley root powder, celery seeds)

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Common questions about Ham Stock Cubes

Is Ham Stock Cubes ultra-processed?

Yes — Ham Stock Cubes by Knorr,Unilever is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. These include: palm oil (in the vegetable fats blend), maltodextrin, caramel syrup, smoke flavouring, and unspecified flavourings. Palm oil is a highly refined oil; maltodextrin and caramel syrup are industrially processed sugar products; smoke flavouring and flavourings are industrial formulations used purely for taste. The presence of yeast extract and flavourings, which are pre-identified UPF ingredients, also confirms its UPF status.

Which ingredients in Ham Stock Cubes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Ham Stock Cubes as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, caramel syrup, maltodextrin, flavourings, smoke flavouring. 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.