Quorn

Smoky Ham Free Slices

Barcode 5019503034165

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Yes — Smoky Ham Free Slices is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives such as flavourings (including smoke flavourings), colour (iron oxide), gelling agents (agar, locust bean gum), and the preservative potassium sorbate, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

mycoprotein (78%)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

flavourings (contain smoke flavourings)
OK

colour (iron oxide)
OK

gelling agents (agar, locust bean gum)

A mixture of non-digestible hydrocolloid ingredients used to gel or thicken foods; agar is derived from red algae and locust bean gum from carob seeds.
UPF

potato protein

Protein derived from potatoes, typically as a concentrated protein isolate used as a functional ingredient in foods.
OK

salt

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

pea fibre

Ground pea fibers used as a dietary fiber or texture enhancer in foods.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.

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Common questions about Smoky Ham Free Slices

Is Smoky Ham Free Slices ultra-processed?

Yes — Smoky Ham Free Slices by Quorn is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives such as flavourings (including smoke flavourings), colour (iron oxide), gelling agents (agar, locust bean gum), and the preservative potassium sorbate, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Smoky Ham Free Slices are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Smoky Ham Free Slices as ultra-processed markers: potato protein, potassium sorbate. 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.