Cured Pork

Barcode 5099874306641

Yes — Cured Pork is ultra-processed.

Not ideal for everyday eating because it contains several curing additives.

This is a cured pork product. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the industrial additives stabiliser: triphosphates, antioxidant: sodium ascorbate, and sodium nitrite. These additives are pre-identified as UPF ingredients and contribute to the product's industrial formulation. Potassium nitrate is also used as a curing preservative.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

irish pork (87%)
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

triphosphate stabiliser

A food additive used as a stabiliser in processed foods; a phosphate ester that helps with texture and moisture retention.
UPF

sodium ascorbate

Sodium ascorbate is the sodium salt of ascorbic acid, used as an antioxidant to prevent oxidation in foods and to extend shelf life.
OK

preservative: potassium nitrate
UPF

sodium nitrite

A chemical curing salt used to preserve meat, inhibit bacteria, and fix colour; an inorganic nitrite additive.

Common questions about Cured Pork

Is Cured Pork ultra-processed?

Yes — Cured Pork is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is a cured pork product. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the industrial additives stabiliser: triphosphates, antioxidant: sodium ascorbate, and sodium nitrite. These additives are pre-identified as UPF ingredients and contribute to the product's industrial formulation. Potassium nitrate is also used as a curing preservative.

Which ingredients in Cured Pork are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Cured Pork as ultra-processed markers: triphosphate stabiliser, sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrite. 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.