Argentino Chorizo
Processing Score
8.5Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
—/10No Data
The processing score reflects 18 ingredients, including artificial colors, MSG and preservatives. The nutrition score reflects high sodium, saturated fat, total fat and cholesterol.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Protein Source
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh FatHigh Saturated FatHigh Cholesterol
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
0080046262273
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size56 g
Amount per serving
Calories
240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18g
23%
Saturated Fat 8g
40%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 75mg
25%
Sodium 740mg
32%
Total Carbohydrate 2g
1%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 23g
Calcium 40mg
3%
Iron 2mg
11%
* 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
18 listed · 5 flagged for reviewPORK, PORK FAT, WATER, SALT, WHITE WINE, GARLIC, SODIUM CITRATE, SODIUM DIACETATE, SUGAR, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM NITRATE, BLACK PEPPER, RED HOT PEPPER, OREGANO, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, NUTMEG, RED 40.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Argentino Chorizo scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Chemical Preservatives (Sodium Nitrate): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Artificial Colors (Red 40): Synthetic colors are definitive UPF markers.
- Other Additives (Sodium Diacetate, Sodium Erythorbate): Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.
- Natural Flavors (Monosodium Glutamate): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
Within Bacon, Sausage & Hot Dogs, this product is more processed than about 88% of the 6,852 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 Argentino Chorizo'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.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Sodium Citrate, Sodium Phosphate.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
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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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