Bacon Encrstd Bay Scallop

Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?

In our analysis, Bacon Encrstd Bay Scallop scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:

• Modified Starches (Modified Corn Starch): Chemical modification is a hallmark of UPF.
• Other Additives (Leavning (Sodium Pyrophosphate, Sodium Bicarbinate)): Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.
• Plant Proteins (Soy Protein): Isolated proteins require extensive industrial processing.
• Natural Flavors (Natural Smoke Flavor, Natural Flavor): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
• Stabilizers & Gums (Gum Arabic): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.

Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.

What These Ingredients Tell Us

We group Bacon Encrstd Bay Scallop's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.

Flavor EnhancersUPF marker

In this product: Disodium Isonate.

Industrial flavor enhancement common in UPF.

Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator

In this product: Salt.

Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.

Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator

In this product: Maltodextrin, Rendered Bacon Fat And Bacon Bits (Natural Smoke Flavor, Water Salt, Sugar, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Nitrate), Potato Maltodextrin, Sugar, and 1 more.

Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.

Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator

In this product: Yeast, Yeast Extract.

Industrial fermentation for additive production.

Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator

In this product: Soybean Oil (As A Processing Aid), Sunflower Oil.

Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.