Beef Jerky, Original
Processing Score
11.2Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
—/10No Data
The processing score reflects 36 ingredients, including MSG, preservatives, corn syrup, plus 2 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sugar and sodium.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Protein Source
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh Sugar
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
047500015363
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size28 g
Amount per serving
Calories
90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
1%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 25mg
8%
Sodium 480mg
21%
Total Carbohydrate 6g
2%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 11g
Calcium 0mg
0%
Iron 1.1mg
6%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
14 listed · 5 flagged for reviewBEEF, WATER, SEASONING BLEND (SALT, BROWN SUGAR, SUGAR, MUSTARD, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, RED PEPPER, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, ONION POWDER, SPICE EXTRACTIVE), BROWN SUGAR, SWEET BABY RAY'S JERKY BASE VINEGAR POWDER, [DEXTRIN, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, VINEGAR SOLIDS], TOMATO POWDER, PINEAPPLE JUICE POWDER MALTODEXTRIN, PINEAPPLE JUICE, WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE POWDER, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR, SPICES, NOT MORE THAN 2% SILICON DIOXIDE ADDED TO PREVENT CAKING, SODIUM NITRATE.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Beef Jerky, Original scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Chemical Preservatives (Sodium Nitrate): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Natural Flavors (Natural Smoke Flavor): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
Within Jerky & Meat Snacks, this product is more processed than about 86% of the 2,448 products we've analyzed.
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 Beef Jerky, Original'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.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Brown Sugar, Pineapple Juice Powder Maltodextrin.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Anti-Caking AgentsProcessing indicator
In this product: Not More Than 2% Silicon Dioxide Added To Prevent Caking.
Common in powdered processed foods.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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