Tesco

Wafer Thin Honey Roast Ham Slices

Barcode 5057967620883

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — Wafer Thin Honey Roast Ham Slices is ultra-processed.

The product is UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), stabilisers (potassium triphosphate, sodium triphosphate, tetrapotassium diphosphate), antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite), and pork gelatine, as well as processed components in the gluten free breadcrumbs. Any presence of such industrial additives classifies the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork 86%
OK

water

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

honey 3.5%
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

stabilisers (potassium triphosphate, sodium triphosphate, tetrapotassium diphosphate)
OK

mineral sea salt

Sea salt with trace minerals; a basic seasoning.
OK

brown sugar

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

antioxidants (sodium ascorbate)
OK

gluten free breadcrumbs (rice flour, cornflour, salt, dextrose)
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

colours (curcumin)
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
UPF

sodium nitrite

Preservative commonly used in cured meats and processed foods; nitrite can form potentially harmful compounds under certain conditions.
OK

pork gelatin

Gelatin derived from pork collagen used as a gelling agent in foods like jellies, desserts, and confectionery.
UPF

caramelised sugar syrup

A syrup derived from sugar heated to create caramelization; a processed sugars product commonly used as a sweetener or flavoring.

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Common questions about Wafer Thin Honey Roast Ham Slices

Is Wafer Thin Honey Roast Ham Slices ultra-processed?

Yes — Wafer Thin Honey Roast Ham Slices by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is UPF because it contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), stabilisers (potassium triphosphate, sodium triphosphate, tetrapotassium diphosphate), antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite), and pork gelatine, as well as processed components in the gluten free breadcrumbs. Any presence of such industrial additives classifies the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Wafer Thin Honey Roast Ham Slices are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Wafer Thin Honey Roast Ham Slices as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, sodium nitrite, caramelised sugar syrup. 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.