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Tesco wafer thin roast chicken slices

Barcode 5057967620968

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Yes — Tesco wafer thin roast chicken slices is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). The ingredient list is valid. It contains several industrial additives and pre-identified UPF ingredients: dextrose (an extracted refined sugar), colour (plain caramel), yeast extract (a flavour enhancer), and stabilisers (tetrapotassium diphosphate, disodium diphosphate). These additives and formulations go beyond basic culinary ingredients and therefore place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

chicken breast

Chicken breast meat with added water; common in processed poultry products; the water is usually added for juiciness and yield.
OK

pea starch

Starch extracted from peas; a refined carbohydrate used as a thickener or binder in foods.
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.
UPF

stabilizers (tetrapotassium diphosphate, disodium diphosphate)

A mix of phosphate-based stabilisers used to improve texture and water retention in foods; includes tetrapotassium diphosphate and disodium diphosphate.
UPF

plain caramel color

A food coloring produced by heating carbohydrates (often corn or sugar) with acids or alkalis to form a caramel color. Common in beverages and snacks.
OK

chicken

A basic animal protein used in many dishes; commonly sold as fresh or processed meat.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

chicken fat

Rendered fat from chicken, a basic culinary fat used for cooking and adding richness.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

lemon juice from concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated and often reconstituted for liquid use in cooking and beverages.
OK

black pepper

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

sage extract

Sage extract, described here in conjunction with chicken production methods. The text includes allergy guidance and bone-removal notes.

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Common questions about Tesco wafer thin roast chicken slices

Is Tesco wafer thin roast chicken slices ultra-processed?

Yes — Tesco wafer thin roast chicken slices by Tesco 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. It contains several industrial additives and pre-identified UPF ingredients: dextrose (an extracted refined sugar), colour (plain caramel), yeast extract (a flavour enhancer), and stabilisers (tetrapotassium diphosphate, disodium diphosphate). These additives and formulations go beyond basic culinary ingredients and therefore place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Tesco wafer thin roast chicken slices are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Tesco wafer thin roast chicken slices as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, stabilizers (tetrapotassium diphosphate, disodium diphosphate), plain caramel color, yeast extract, sage extract. 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.