Tesco Finest

12 Pork And Honey Chipolatas

Barcode 5052320917235

Yes — 12 Pork And Honey Chipolatas is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed additives, including acidity regulator (calcium lactate), stabilisers (disodium diphosphate, tetrasodium diphosphate), and preservative (sodium metabisulphite). These are industrial additives used to modify texture, extend shelf life, and maintain product stability, which classifies the product as ultra-processed under NOVA. Other ingredients like honey, pork, herbs, and basic starch/fibre are minimally processed or culinary ingredients, but the presence of these additives is sufficient to make it a UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Pork meat from pig; a basic animal protein used as a staple in many dishes.
OK

water

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

honey

Natural sweetener produced by bees from floral nectar; traditional and minimally processed.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

pea fibre

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

salt

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
UPF

calcium lactate

Calcium lactate used as an acidity regulator or buffer in foods; an isolated compound used as a food additive.
UPF

stabilisers (disodium diphosphate, tetrasodium diphosphate)

Food additives used as stabilisers; phosphate salts often added to improve texture and moisture retention.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
UPF

sodium metabisulfite

A chemical preservative used to prevent oxidation and spoilage in foods. It is an additive and not a food itself in pure form.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

dried sage

Dried leaves of Salvia officinalis used as a culinary herb for flavoring; the phrase suggests sage is being used to fill alginate casings in a processed product, but sage itself remains a simple herb.

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Common questions about 12 Pork And Honey Chipolatas

Is 12 Pork And Honey Chipolatas ultra-processed?

Yes — 12 Pork And Honey Chipolatas by Tesco Finest is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed additives, including acidity regulator (calcium lactate), stabilisers (disodium diphosphate, tetrasodium diphosphate), and preservative (sodium metabisulphite). These are industrial additives used to modify texture, extend shelf life, and maintain product stability, which classifies the product as ultra-processed under NOVA. Other ingredients like honey, pork, herbs, and basic starch/fibre are minimally processed or culinary ingredients, but the presence of these additives is sufficient to make it a UPF.

Which ingredients in 12 Pork And Honey Chipolatas are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in 12 Pork And Honey Chipolatas as ultra-processed markers: calcium lactate, stabilisers (disodium diphosphate, tetrasodium diphosphate), sodium metabisulfite. 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.