Sweet Barbecue Beef Jerky
Processing Score
12.9Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
3.5/10Fair
The processing score reflects 26 ingredients, including high-fructose corn syrup, MSG, preservatives, plus 3 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sodium and cholesterol.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Protein Source
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh Cholesterol
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
632471717585
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size28 g
Amount per serving
Calories
80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2g
3%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 30mg
10%
Sodium 580mg
25%
Total Carbohydrate 2g
1%
Dietary Fiber N/A
Total Sugars N/A
Protein 12g
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
9 listed · 4 flagged for reviewBEEF, BARBECUE SAUCE (HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, TOMATO PASTE, DISTILLED VINEGAR, WATER, FOOD STARCH MODIFIED, SALT, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF PINEAPPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE, CARAMEL COLOR, MOLASSES, CORN SYRUP, SPICES, NATURAL FLAVORS, SODIUM BENZOATE (A PRESERVATIVE), GARLIC, SUGAR, DEXTROSE, CELERY), SALT, SUGAR, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, PAPRIKA, SPICES, GARLIC, SODIUM NITRITE.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Sweet Barbecue Beef Jerky scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Chemical Preservatives (Sodium Nitrite): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Natural Flavors (Monosodium Glutamate): 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 Sweet Barbecue Beef Jerky'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.
- 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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