Morrisons

Hampshire dry cured roasted ham

Barcode 5010251889731

Yes — Hampshire dry cured roasted ham is ultra-processed.

The product contains several additives that classify it as ultra-processed under NOVA. Specifically, it includes preservatives (potassium lactate, sodium acetates, sodium nitrite) and an antioxidant (sodium ascorbate). These are industrial additives used to extend shelf life, control microbial growth, and maintain color, and their presence makes the product ultra-processed, even though the base ingredient is pork.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Pork is the meat from pigs, a basic animal protein widely used as a staple food.
UPF

preservatives (potassium lactate, sodium acetates, sodium nitrite)

A group of chemical preservatives used in processed foods to inhibit microbial growth and extend shelf life. Includes potassium lactate, sodium acetates, and sodium nitrite.
OK

salt

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

demerara sugar

Demerara sugar is a coarse-grained brown sugar derived from the cane sugar refining process.
OK

sugar

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

sodium ascorbate

Antioxidant additive used to prevent oxidation and extend shelf life in foods; a salt form of vitamin C.

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Common questions about Hampshire dry cured roasted ham

Is Hampshire dry cured roasted ham ultra-processed?

Yes — Hampshire dry cured roasted ham by Morrisons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several additives that classify it as ultra-processed under NOVA. Specifically, it includes preservatives (potassium lactate, sodium acetates, sodium nitrite) and an antioxidant (sodium ascorbate). These are industrial additives used to extend shelf life, control microbial growth, and maintain color, and their presence makes the product ultra-processed, even though the base ingredient is pork.

Which ingredients in Hampshire dry cured roasted ham are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Hampshire dry cured roasted ham as ultra-processed markers: preservatives (potassium lactate, sodium acetates, sodium nitrite), sodium ascorbate. 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.