Morrisons

Spanish Diced Chorizo

Barcode 5010251458968

Yes — Spanish Diced Chorizo is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

Spanish Diced Chorizo is ultra-processed because it contains corn dextrose, an industrially extracted sugar, and smoke flavouring, an extracted flavour additive. It also contains glucose syrup, antioxidants (sodium citrate and sodium erythorbate), and stabilising triphosphates, which are industrial additives used to formulate and preserve processed meat. These ingredients classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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Common questions about Spanish Diced Chorizo

Is Spanish Diced Chorizo ultra-processed?

Yes — Spanish Diced Chorizo by Morrisons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Spanish Diced Chorizo is ultra-processed because it contains corn dextrose, an industrially extracted sugar, and smoke flavouring, an extracted flavour additive. It also contains glucose syrup, antioxidants (sodium citrate and sodium erythorbate), and stabilising triphosphates, which are industrial additives used to formulate and preserve processed meat. These ingredients classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.