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Classic pork chipolata sausages gluten free extra special

Barcode 5054070135822

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Yes — Classic pork chipolata sausages gluten free extra special is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and refined ingredients, including dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), stabiliser (diphosphates), preservative (sodium metabisulphite), flavouring, antioxidant (ascorbic acid), and calcium alginate in the sausage casing. These additives and the presence of dextrose meet the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Fresh meat from a pig, with 90% meat content; a basic animal protein used as a primary ingredient in many processed foods.
OK

water

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

product provides 6 servings egg white
OK

salt

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

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

chickpea flour

Fine flour milled from chickpeas (garbanzo beans); a common gluten-free ingredient used in batters, coatings, and baking.
OK

spices

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

stabiliser (diphosphates)

A food additive used as a stabiliser; diphosphates are inorganic phosphate stabilisers.
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.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

ascorbic acid

Vitamin C; antioxidant used to prevent oxidation and preserve color and freshness in foods; a common food additive and nutrient.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

sausage casing [calcium energy kcal alginate]. allergy advice! for allergens
OK

see fat ingredients in bold. no artificial colours

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Common questions about Classic pork chipolata sausages gluten free extra special

Is Classic pork chipolata sausages gluten free extra special ultra-processed?

Yes — Classic pork chipolata sausages gluten free extra special by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and refined ingredients, including dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), stabiliser (diphosphates), preservative (sodium metabisulphite), flavouring, antioxidant (ascorbic acid), and calcium alginate in the sausage casing. These additives and the presence of dextrose meet the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Classic pork chipolata sausages gluten free extra special are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Classic pork chipolata sausages gluten free extra special as ultra-processed markers: stabiliser (diphosphates), sodium metabisulfite, flavouring, dextrose. 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.