Pork Crackling

Barcode 5010052112861

Yes — Pork Crackling is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and refined ingredients including monosodium glutamate (flavour enhancer), hydrolysed soya protein (flavour enhancer), and dextrose (refined sugar). The presence of these additives places it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork rind

Rendered or roasted pig skin; traditional single-ingredient food, often eaten as a snack.
OK

salt

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

monosodium glutamate (msg)

A flavor enhancer produced commercially, commonly used to intensify savory umami flavors.
UPF

hydrolyzed soy protein

A plant-based protein obtained by hydrolyzing soy proteins into shorter peptides and amino acids, used as a flavor enhancer or texturizer in foods.
OK

rusk (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin)
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.

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Common questions about Pork Crackling

Is Pork Crackling ultra-processed?

Yes — Pork Crackling is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and refined ingredients including monosodium glutamate (flavour enhancer), hydrolysed soya protein (flavour enhancer), and dextrose (refined sugar). The presence of these additives places it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Pork Crackling are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Pork Crackling as ultra-processed markers: monosodium glutamate (msg), hydrolyzed soy protein, dextrose. 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.