Breaded Wiltshire Cured Ham product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Breaded Wiltshire Cured Ham Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Sainsbury's Taste The Difference

Breaded Wiltshire Cured Ham is one of the meat product products analyzed by Zerotox for Sainsbury's Taste The Difference. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Pork Gelatine, Sodium Nitrite, Potassium Nitrate affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The product contains sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate as preservatives, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of pork gelatine also indicates animal-derived content.

Main concern

Sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate are synthetic preservatives that raise safety concerns.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Contains British pork, indicating a source of quality meat.
  • Breadcrumbs made from rice flour and cornflour provide a gluten-free option.
  • Turmeric and paprika extract add natural color and flavor.
  • Minimal processing of the meat enhances its quality.

Concerns

  • Sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate are synthetic preservatives that raise safety concerns.
  • Pork gelatine indicates animal-derived content, which may not suit all dietary preferences.
  • Dextrose is a processed sugar that may not be desirable for some consumers.
  • The use of salt raises concerns about sodium intake.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this meat product.

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 3963719

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Frequently asked questions

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Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Our analysis notes: Contains British pork, indicating a source of quality meat.; Breadcrumbs made from rice flour and cornflour provide a gluten-free option.; Turmeric and paprika extract add natural color and flavor.. See the Pros section above.
Sainsbury's Taste The Difference — Breaded Wiltshire Cured Ham has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Sainsbury's Taste The Difference products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Sainsbury's Taste The Difference — Breaded Wiltshire Cured Ham has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among meat product products. See the full breakdown above.
This product is flagged for: Sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate are synthetic preservatives that raise safety concerns.; Pork gelatine indicates animal-derived content, which may not suit all dietary preferences.; Dextrose is a processed sugar that may not be desirable for some consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
The product contains sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate as preservatives, which raise concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of pork gelatine also indicates animal-derived content. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Sainsbury's Taste The Difference — Breaded Wiltshire Cured Ham has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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