Crosta Mollica

Crosta Mollica Salami Vesuvio Pizza Bites

Barcode 5061064100124

Yes — Crosta Mollica Salami Vesuvio Pizza Bites is ultra-processed.

The product contains the pre-identified UPF ingredient dextrose, which is an industrially refined sugar. It also contains preservative sodium nitrate (natriumnitraat) and antioxidant sodium ascorbate (natriumascorbaat), which are industrial additives. Therefore, under NOVA, the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

A basic ground grain ingredient used as a staple in baking and cooking.
OK

tomato puree (21%)

Concentrated tomatoes processed into a thick paste, often used as a base or sauce ingredient.
OK

mozzarella cheese (milk) (12%)

Soft, semi-soft cheese made from cow's milk, commonly used on pizzas and in dishes.
OK

water

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

smoked salami (9.5%) [pork]

Smoked salami made from pork; a ready-to-eat processed meat product.
OK

salt

Common mineral used for seasoning and food preservation. A basic culinary ingredient.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
UPF

herbal extracts (coriander, garlic, paprika, white pepper, ginger)

Extracts of herbs and spices used as flavoring agents.
UPF

preservative: sodium nitrite

Preservative used in cured meats to control microbial growth and color.
UPF

sodium ascorbate

A vitamin C salt used as an antioxidant and preservative in foods.
OK

rosemary

A culinary herb used to flavor dishes; typically used fresh or dried.
OK

extra virgin olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking and finishing.
OK

rice flour

Finely milled starch from rice used as a gluten-free flour in baking and thickening.
OK

yeast

Microorganism used as a leavening agent in bread and pastries.
OK

basil

Aromatic herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes, with a sweet, peppery taste.
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.

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Common questions about Crosta Mollica Salami Vesuvio Pizza Bites

Is Crosta Mollica Salami Vesuvio Pizza Bites ultra-processed?

Yes — Crosta Mollica Salami Vesuvio Pizza Bites by Crosta Mollica is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains the pre-identified UPF ingredient dextrose, which is an industrially refined sugar. It also contains preservative sodium nitrate (natriumnitraat) and antioxidant sodium ascorbate (natriumascorbaat), which are industrial additives. Therefore, under NOVA, the product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Crosta Mollica Salami Vesuvio Pizza Bites are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Crosta Mollica Salami Vesuvio Pizza Bites as ultra-processed markers: smoked salami (9.5%) [pork], dextrose, herbal extracts (coriander, garlic, paprika, white pepper, ginger), preservative: sodium nitrite, 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.