Meat-Free no Ham Deli Slices
Processing
4
Ultra-processed
Group 4 of 4 on the NOVA scale
Additives listed
2
0 we grade moderate or higher
Counted from the label, not by quantity
Salt per 100g
1.93g
High
UK FSA front of pack threshold
Three separate readings, kept apart on purpose. This is not a score, and none of it says this product is harmful.
Additives (2)
This label lists 1 acidity regulator and 1 thickener or gelling agent.
E407
Carrageenan
Thickener and stabiliser
What it is. A gel forming fibre extracted from red seaweed.
Why it is used. Thickens dairy, plant milks, desserts and some processed meats.
What the evidence says. Food grade carrageenan is permitted. A degraded form called poligeenan is harmful, but that is not what goes into food. Some lab and animal work links carrageenan to gut inflammation, which keeps it under review, but human evidence is limited and mixed.
Permitted, including in organic food in many places, though a few specialist products avoid it as a precaution.
Assessed against EFSA, JECFA. Full entry for E407
E330
Citric acid
Acidity regulator
What it is. A mild acid found naturally in citrus fruit, made commercially by fermentation.
Why it is used. Adds tartness, balances flavour and helps preserve. One of the most used additives in food.
What the evidence says. Safe at food levels. No credible health concern for the additive itself.
Permitted freely.
Assessed against EFSA, JECFA. Full entry for E330
Ingredients
Rehydrated Textured SOYA Protein (41%) (Water, SOYA Protein, Modified Corn Starch), Rehydrated Textured WHEAT Protein (15%) (Water, WHEAT Protein, WHEAT Starch, Pea Protein), Water, WHEAT Protein, Vegetable Oils (Rapeseed and/or Sunflower), Gelling Agents: Carrageenan, Konjac Gum SOYA Protein, OAT Fibre, Salt, Sugar, Natural Flavourings, Colouring Foods: Radish, Carrot; Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid; BARLEY Yeast Extract, Shiitake Mushroom Powder, Bay Powder.
As printed on the pack, in the producer's own order: ingredients are listed by weight, so what comes first is most of what is in it. E numbers link to their assessment where we have one.