Ingredient

Cooked Ham Water Added

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers add water to cooked ham to increase its weight and moisture content, making …

What it is

Cooked ham water added is a product where water has been added to cooked ham to improve its texture and juiciness. The water is typically added during the cooking or processing stage. This process is common in commercially prepared ham products.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add water to cooked ham to increase its weight and moisture content, making it more economical and appealing to consumers. It is frequently found in processed meats, sandwiches, soups, and other prepared meals where ham is an ingredient.

Health notes

In the US, water is not regulated as a food additive. The FDA considers water to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have not specifically evaluated 'water added' as a distinct additive, as water is a fundamental component of food. Typical consumption of water in food is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Ham is derived from pork, which is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Gluten is not present.

Products containing Cooked Ham Water Added

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LETTIERI'S Ham, Egg & Cheese Stacker Squares Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 46% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 38% DV per serving 221kcal 11.0Protein 10.3Fat 20Carbs CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY Campbell's Chunky Soup Steak Ham Beans Rice Prepared Soups High in sodium — 51% DV per serving 61kcal 5.2Protein 1.0Fat 8.0Carbs Riverside Foods Premium Ham & Cheese Bites 4625 Cheese/Cheese Substitutes High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 233kcal 11Protein 9Fat 25Carbs Campbell Soup Company Campbell's, Chunky, Split Pea & Ham Soup, Smoke, Smoke Canned Soup 67kcal 5Protein 1.0Fat 9.2Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Ham & Cheese Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 56% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 168kcal 12.0Protein 5.8Fat 17.3Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Large American Hoagie Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 116% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 42% DV per serving 344kcal 25.1Protein 11.2Fat 35.8Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Ham Wedge Sandwich Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 46% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 168kcal 13.3Protein 6.1Fat 14.8Carbs On-A-Roll Sales Inc. Antipasto Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 55% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 150kcal 8.8Protein 10.1Fat 3.5Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Ham & Cheese Hoagie Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 60% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 172kcal 12.6Protein 5.6Fat 18.1Carbs Hannaford Bros. Co. Stuffed Chicken Breast Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 21% DV per serving 179kcal 15Protein 10Fat 6.4Carbs Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. Ham Salad, Ham Deli Salads High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 355kcal 9.1Protein 32.7Fat 2.7Carbs

Triple 'B' Corporation Chef Salad With Turkey And Ham Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 45% DV per serving 113kcal 5.8Protein 9.3Fat 3.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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