Pork Sausages

Barcode 5063334007218

Yes — Pork Sausages is ultra-processed.

This pork sausage product is ultra-processed because it contains a preservative, which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life and is characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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pork

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

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

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

wheat gluten

Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
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salt

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

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

Ground pepper or whole peppercorns, a common spice used to season foods.
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spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
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sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.

Common questions about Pork Sausages

Is Pork Sausages ultra-processed?

Yes — Pork Sausages is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This pork sausage product is ultra-processed because it contains a preservative, which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life and is characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA classification.

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.