TESCO

WAFER THIN OAK SMOKED HAM

Barcode 5059697729720

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Yes — WAFER THIN OAK SMOKED HAM is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday eating.

This is ultra-processed because it contains stabilisers—potassium triphosphate, sodium triphosphate, and tetrapotassium diphosphate—which are industrial additives used to alter texture and retain moisture. It also contains the pre-identified UPF ingredient antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), plus sodium nitrite, an industrial preservative used in cured meats. The ham is therefore classified as UPF despite its high pork content.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

pork

A basic meat ingredient (pork) used raw or processed; common in cured or cooked products.
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

stabilisers (potassium triphosphate, sodium triphosphate, tetrapotassium diphosphate)
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). made using british pork. storage keep refrigerated

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Common questions about WAFER THIN OAK SMOKED HAM

Is WAFER THIN OAK SMOKED HAM ultra-processed?

Yes — WAFER THIN OAK SMOKED HAM by TESCO is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is ultra-processed because it contains stabilisers—potassium triphosphate, sodium triphosphate, and tetrapotassium diphosphate—which are industrial additives used to alter texture and retain moisture. It also contains the pre-identified UPF ingredient antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), plus sodium nitrite, an industrial preservative used in cured meats. The ham is therefore classified as UPF despite its high pork content.

Which ingredients in WAFER THIN OAK SMOKED HAM are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in WAFER THIN OAK SMOKED HAM as an ultra-processed marker: 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.