ASDA

Honey Roast Ham

Barcode 5054070909003

Yes — Honey Roast Ham is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday eating.

This processed ham is classified as ultra-processed because it contains dextrose, an industrially refined sugar; triphosphates, an industrial stabilizer; sodium ascorbate, a pre-identified UPF antioxidant additive; and sodium nitrite, an industrial preservative. These additives and the ready-to-eat processed meat formulation go beyond simple culinary processing. Honey and brown sugar do not drive the classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork (77%)
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

salt

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

dextrose

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

stabiliser (triphosphates)
OK

brown sugar

Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
UPF

sodium ascorbate

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

preservative (sodium nitrite). packaged in a protective atmosphere. no artificial colours or flavours. energy kj energy kcal fat of which satu carbohydrate of which sug - fibre protein salt

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Common questions about Honey Roast Ham

Is Honey Roast Ham ultra-processed?

Yes — Honey Roast Ham by ASDA is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This processed ham is classified as ultra-processed because it contains dextrose, an industrially refined sugar; triphosphates, an industrial stabilizer; sodium ascorbate, a pre-identified UPF antioxidant additive; and sodium nitrite, an industrial preservative. These additives and the ready-to-eat processed meat formulation go beyond simple culinary processing. Honey and brown sugar do not drive the classification.

Which ingredients in Honey Roast Ham are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Honey Roast Ham as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, 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.