Tesco Finest

Thick Whole Slices Roast Ham

Barcode 5059697769139

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Yes — Thick Whole Slices Roast Ham is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: colour (plain caramel) and preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate). These additives are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Pork is the meat from pigs, a basic animal protein widely used as a staple food.
OK

salt

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

preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate)

Common food preservatives used in curing meats; includes sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate.

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Common questions about Thick Whole Slices Roast Ham

Is Thick Whole Slices Roast Ham ultra-processed?

Yes — Thick Whole Slices Roast Ham by Tesco Finest is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: colour (plain caramel) and preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate). These additives are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Thick Whole Slices Roast Ham are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Thick Whole Slices Roast Ham as ultra-processed markers: plain caramel color, preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate). 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.