Ham Flavor Bouillon Cubes, Ham
Processing Score
13.9Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
—/10No Data
The processing score reflects 29 ingredients, including hydrogenated oil, MSG, preservatives, plus 3 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sodium and saturated fat.
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
048001533592
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size6 g
Amount per serving
Calories
15
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
1%
Saturated Fat 0.5g
3%
Trans Fat N/A
Cholesterol N/A
Sodium 1130mg
49%
Total Carbohydrate 1g
0%
Dietary Fiber N/A
Total Sugars N/A
Protein 0g
* 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
21 listed · 8 flagged for reviewSALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, PALM OIL, SMOKED BACON FAT, POTATO STARCH, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, IODIZED SALT (SALT, POTASSIUM IODIDE), HYDROGENATED PALM OIL, GUAR GUM, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT (BARLEY), MALTODEXTRIN, WATER, CORN STARCH, CARAMEL COLOR (CONTAINS SULFITES), POWDERED COOKED HAM (CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRATE), DISODIUM INOSINATE, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY, ARTIFICIAL AND NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR, NATURAL FLAVOR, TBHQ (USED TO PROTECT QUALITY), DISODIUM GUANYLATE.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Ham Flavor Bouillon Cubes, Ham scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Modified Fats (Hydrogenated Palm Oil): Hydrogenation and modification are UPF markers.
- Artificial Flavors (Artificial And Natural Smoke Flavor): Synthetic flavors indicate industrial food production.
- Chemical Preservatives (Tbhq (Used To Protect Quality)): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Natural Flavors (Monosodium Glutamate, Natural Flavor): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Stabilizers & Gums (Guar Gum): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
Within Seasonings & Spices, this product is more processed than about 92% of the 11,127 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 Ham Flavor Bouillon Cubes, Ham'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 Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate.
Industrial flavor enhancement common in UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt, Iodized Salt (Salt, Potassium Iodide).
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Palm Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator
In this product: Autolyzed Yeast Extract (Barley).
Industrial fermentation for additive production.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Maltodextrin, Powdered Cooked Ham (Cured With Water, Salt, Sugar, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrate).
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Natural PreservativesProcessing indicator
In this product: Caramel Color (Contains Sulfites).
Natural sources but industrial application.
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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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