Richmond

Meat-Free streaky bacon rashers

Barcode 5000342000428

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Yes — Meat-Free streaky bacon rashers is ultra-processed.

The product is UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives: dextrose (industrially refined sugar), multiple stabilisers and thickeners (carrageenan, guar gum, methyl cellulose), smoke flavouring and natural flavourings (industrial flavouring agents), as well as rehydrated textured soya and wheat protein (an industrially processed protein ingredient). According to the criteria, the presence of any such industrial formulations or additives classifies the product as ultra-processed.

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Common questions about Meat-Free streaky bacon rashers

Is Meat-Free streaky bacon rashers ultra-processed?

Yes — Meat-Free streaky bacon rashers by Richmond is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives: dextrose (industrially refined sugar), multiple stabilisers and thickeners (carrageenan, guar gum, methyl cellulose), smoke flavouring and natural flavourings (industrial flavouring agents), as well as rehydrated textured soya and wheat protein (an industrially processed protein ingredient). According to the criteria, the presence of any such industrial formulations or additives classifies the product 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.