The Jolly Hog

Outdoor Bred Smoked Back Bacon

Barcode 5050668011080

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Yes — Outdoor Bred Smoked Back Bacon is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains curing agents/additives (potassium nitrate, sodium nitrite), which are industrial additives used for preservation and color, fitting NOVA group 4 criteria.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Fresh pork meat from pigs that have been raised outdoors and meet RSPCA Assured welfare standards; composition is 96% pork. Typical uses: primary meat ingredient in sausages, cured products, or grounds.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

sugar

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

potassium nitrate

A chemical curing salt used to preserve meat and develop cured colour; an inorganic salt often used in processed meats.
UPF

sodium nitrite

A chemical curing salt used to preserve meat, inhibit bacteria, and fix colour; an inorganic nitrite additive.

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Common questions about Outdoor Bred Smoked Back Bacon

Is Outdoor Bred Smoked Back Bacon ultra-processed?

Yes — Outdoor Bred Smoked Back Bacon by The Jolly Hog is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains curing agents/additives (potassium nitrate, sodium nitrite), which are industrial additives used for preservation and color, fitting NOVA group 4 criteria.

Which ingredients in Outdoor Bred Smoked Back Bacon are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Outdoor Bred Smoked Back Bacon as ultra-processed markers: potassium nitrate, sodium nitrite. 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.