Smoked Pork Sausages

Barcode 5060055251012

Yes — Smoked Pork Sausages is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and flavorings, specifically natural flavouring and smoke flavouring, which are extracted/engineered ingredients used to modify flavor. It also contains the additive ascorbic acid (used here as an antioxidant). The presence of these ultra-processed ingredients makes the overall product UPF under NOVA, even though the main ingredient is pork.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

british or irish pork (91%)
OK

water

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

salt

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

A common antioxidant used to preserve foods and boost vitamin C intake.
UPF

smoke flavouring

A flavoring agent used to impart smoky aroma or taste in foods. Often an extract or additive designed to mimic smoky flavors.

Common questions about Smoked Pork Sausages

Is Smoked Pork Sausages ultra-processed?

Yes — Smoked Pork Sausages is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and flavorings, specifically natural flavouring and smoke flavouring, which are extracted/engineered ingredients used to modify flavor. It also contains the additive ascorbic acid (used here as an antioxidant). The presence of these ultra-processed ingredients makes the overall product UPF under NOVA, even though the main ingredient is pork.

Which ingredients in Smoked Pork Sausages are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Smoked Pork Sausages as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, smoke flavouring. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.