Elgin Hot Sausage Company, Inc.
C
ProfileModerate
BEEF SAUSAGE, ORIGINAL
Meat & Poultry USVerified
Label Serving
57 g
Barcode
853234001066
Data last verified: 1 Oct 2026
Nutritional Level Analysis (per serving)
Fat
high
Saturated fat
high
Salt
high
Levels use standard FSA/WHO per-100g thresholds applied to the label's declared values. See the thresholds
AI transparency analysis is being generated for this product.
C
TRANSPARENCY PROFILE
Moderate
Some processing or additives present
Detailed Review Recommended
Profile Spectrum — Nutritional Index
A
B
CACTIVE
D
E
← Nutrient DenseMost Processed →
5.9/10
Nutrition Facts (per serving: 57 g)
Energy289kcal
Carbohydrates1.75g
Protein12.28g
Total Fat26.32g
Saturated Fat10.53g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol67mg
Sodium658mg
Calcium18mg
Iron1.58mg
Nutritional values transcribed from the product label. Actual values may vary.
% Daily Value
Share of an average adult's daily allowance in one serving (57 g) — the label's %RDA
Energy & macronutrients
Energy165 kcal8%
Total Fat15g19%
Saturated Fat6gHigh30%
Trans Fat0gLow0%
Cholesterol38mg13%
Carbohydrates1gLow<1%
Protein7g14%
Sodium375mg16%
Minerals
Calcium10mg<1%
Iron0.9mg5%
Remaining vitamins and trace minerals: US FDA Daily Values. Low = under 5% of a day in one portion · High = 20% or more. Reference values, not medical advice.
Ingredient Transparency
Tap any row · FDA, USDA, EFSA, WHO
9 / 10 researched · AI analyzing 1 more...Ingredients — as printed on the label
BEEF, WATER, SODIUM LACTATE, VINEGAR, SPICE, SALT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL FLAVORING, SODIUM NITRITE, PORK CASING.
1
Water
No Notables
solvent, moisture retention agent, beverage base, thermal transfer medium
2
Beef
Low
Flavour enhancer
3
Sodium Lactate
E325
No NotablesPreservative, humectant, pH regulator, and antimicrobial agent
4
Spice
No Notables
Flavour and aroma enhancement
5
Vinegar
E260
No NotablesFlavour enhancer, preservative, and acidity regulator
6
Salt
Moderate
flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller
7
Sodium Nitrite
E250
Moderatepreservative and color fixative in cured meats
8
Sodium Phosphate
E339
LowEmulsifier, texturizer, pH regulator, and leavening agent
9
Natural Flavoring
No Notables
flavour
10
Pork Casing
Under Review
AI summary pending...| Ingredient | Concern | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Water | ✓No Notable Concerns | solvent, moisture retention agent, beverage base, thermal transfer medium | Water is a fundamental and essential component of human nutrition with an established safety profile. |
2 Beef | ✓Low Concern | Flavour enhancer | Generally recognized as safe for consumption, with considerations primarily related to individual dietary patterns and sodium intake. |
3 Sodium Lactate E325 | ✓No Notable Concerns | Preservative, humectant, pH regulator, and antimicrobial agent | Sodium lactate is widely permitted and generally recognized as safe for food applications, contributing minimally to overall dietary sodium profiles when consumed in standard quantities. |
4 Spice | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour and aroma enhancement | Standard culinary spices are well-tolerated and recognized as safe for general consumption within normal dietary parameters. |
5 Vinegar E260 | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer, preservative, and acidity regulator | Vinegar is generally recognized as safe for human consumption when used as a standard food ingredient and condiment. |
6 Salt | ⚠Moderate Concern | flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller | An essential dietary mineral whose intake levels warrant monitoring in accordance with established public health guidelines. |
7 Sodium Nitrite E250 | ⚠Moderate Concern | preservative and color fixative in cured meats | Sodium nitrite is a standard functional food preservative with established regulatory limits, while dietary intake levels remain a subject of ongoing nutritional research. |
8 Sodium Phosphate E339 | ✓Low Concern | Emulsifier, texturizer, pH regulator, and leavening agent | Sodium phosphate is generally recognized as safe for consumption within established regulatory limits, though high dietary intake from multiple processed sources warrants balanced monitoring. |
9 Natural Flavoring | ✓No Notable Concerns | flavour | Natural flavors are generally recognized as safe by regulatory bodies worldwide for use within standard manufacturing practices. |
10 Pork Casing | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
Researching scientific toxicity & E-numbers for 0 remaining ingredients...
Live SyncingResearch sourced from FDA · USDA · EFSA · WHO · Peer-reviewed scientific literature. Informational only — not medical advice.
Important Disclaimer
BetterBite provides nutritional transparency insights based on publicly available data from regulatory databases (FDA, USDA, EFSA, WHO), published peer-reviewed research, and manufacturer-declared product information. This platform is designed for educational and informational purposes only.
The content displayed on this platform does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Transparency scores, nutritional assessments, and ingredient analyses represent algorithmic interpretations of publicly available data and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical or nutritional guidance.
Individual dietary needs, allergies, and health conditions vary significantly. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional, registered dietitian, or physician before making dietary changes based on information found on this platform. Product formulations may change without notice — always verify information against current product labels.
AI Research Disclosure: Technical analysis and research patterns on this page are synthesized using BetterBite AI researchers.AI can make mistakes or provide incomplete insights.This technology aggregates data from scientific literature for informational assistance. Always verify findings against primary sources for critical dietary decisions.