Yes — 2 Cod & Chorizo Fishcakes is ultra-processed.
This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list is valid and shows several industrial additives and formulations. In particular, it contains flavouring, dextrose, preservatives (potassium nitrate, sodium nitrite), colour (paprika extract), acidity regulator (lactic acid), and black pepper extract, all of which are extracted, isolated, or synthesized additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods under NOVA. Even though it also contains basic ingredients like cod, potato, wheat flour, vegetable oils, and herbs, the presence of these additives means the overall product is UPF.
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Yes — 2 Cod & Chorizo Fishcakes by TESCO finest is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list is valid and shows several industrial additives and formulations. In particular, it contains flavouring, dextrose, preservatives (potassium nitrate, sodium nitrite), colour (paprika extract), acidity regulator (lactic acid), and black pepper extract, all of which are extracted, isolated, or synthesized additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods under NOVA. Even though it also contains basic ingredients like cod, potato, wheat flour, vegetable oils, and herbs, the presence of these additives means the overall product is UPF.
Nomi flags 6 ingredients in 2 Cod & Chorizo Fishcakes as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, dextrose, potassium nitrate and sodium nitrite, colour (paprika extract), lactic acid, black pepper extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.
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.
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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.