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HEB Hayride Bacon

by H-E-B

Scores 100/100 on FDA SAFFA + CSPI ingredient analysis , with no flagged ingredients identified.

Barcode 0041220045617

The verdict

HEB Hayride Bacon by H-E-B scores 100/100 in PlainFoodSafe's ingredient screening. We compared its 11 labeled ingredients with FDA SAFFA regulatory records and CSPI Chemical Cuisine ratings; 0 ingredients are flagged for caution. This is not a recall, allergy, medical, or dietary-safety determination; check official notices and the product label for current decisions.

100/100
Safe safety score
0
flagged ingredients of 11 analyzed
Group 4
Ultra-processed
0041220045617
Barcode (UPC/EAN)

Computed directly from OpenFoodFacts ingredient data cross-referenced with FDA SAFFA and CSPI Chemical Cuisine ratings. See our methodology for the scoring formula.

What the Data Says About HEB Hayride Bacon

HEB Hayride Bacon by H-E-B carries a composite safety score of 100/100, which we classify as "Safe" on our four-tier shelf-label framework.

The score is computed by mapping each labeled ingredient against FDA Substances Added to Food (SAFFA) regulatory status and CSPI Chemical Cuisine classifications, then penalizing the overall product for each additive rated as caution-or-worse. Product data originates from the OpenFoodFacts collaborative catalog; safety annotations come from federal regulators and the Center for Science in the Public Interest. This score is a transparent derived index we compute from that public data, not an official FDA rating or endorsement; see the Methodology page for the exact weighting.

Our scan did not identify any ingredients in this product that FDA SAFFA or CSPI Chemical Cuisine data flags as requiring caution or avoidance at the time of analysis. That is a meaningful clean-label signal, though it does not account for personal allergens, regional recalls, or inspection findings not reflected in federal additive databases. The per-ingredient breakdown below shows the source-level classification for each component.

On the NOVA processing scale, HEB Hayride Bacon is classified as Group 4 (Ultra-processed). NOVA measures industrial processing intensity rather than ingredient-level safety, so it complements the SAFFA and CSPI ratings: a product can be clean on additive flags but heavily processed, or lightly processed but carry individually flagged ingredients. Combining both lenses gives a fuller picture than either alone.

Safety Profile at a Glance

Composite safety metrics for HEB Hayride Bacon
Metric Value Source
PlainFoodSafe Score 100/100 FDA SAFFA + CSPI composite
Flagged ingredients 0 CSPI/FDA review
NOVA processing group Group 4 OpenFoodFacts
Nutri-Score Not available OpenFoodFacts

Composite metric derived from FDA SAFFA, CSPI Chemical Cuisine, OpenFoodFacts. See methodology.

Full Ingredient List

4276 1607 cooking instructions nutrition facts amount/serving % daily value* amount/serving % daily value* fry: cook in a skillet over medium heat until browned & crisp, turning to brown evenly. total fat 7g 11% total carbohydrate 1g 0% saturated fat 2.5g trans fat 0g cholesterol 15mg sodium 280mg 13% serving size 1 fried slice (15g) servings per container about 16 calorles 90 calories from fat 60 * percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. dietary fiber 0g sugars 1g 5% protein 5g 0% bake: arrange bacon in a single layer in shallow baking dish. bake 375°f for 20 to 25 minutes or until browned and crisp. 12% vitamin a 0% vitamin c 0% calcium 0% iron 0% cured with: water, salt, sugar, sodium phosphates, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite seasoned with: spices, sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin powder, salt, natural flavors, lactic acid. for recipe ideas visit www.heb.l im made with pride and care for h-e-b san antonio, texas 78204 product of usa 1043248 100% if you aren't completely pleased with this product, we'll be happy to replace it or refund your money. safe handling instructions this product was prepared from inspected and passed meat and/or poultry. some food products may contain bacteria that could cause illness if the product is mishandled or cooked improperly. for your protection, follow these safe handling instructions. keep refrigerated or frozen. thaw in refrigerator or microwave keep raw meat and poultry separate from other foods wash working surfaces (including cutting boards), utensils, and hands after touching raw meat or poultry. guarantee you have our word on it. promise charles buaet cook thoroughly. keep hot foods hot refrigerate leftovers immediately or discar 7 41220 04561

Data Sources

Data as of May 2026. Source: OpenFoodFacts, FDA SAFFA, CSPI Chemical Cuisine.

Product data from OpenFoodFacts (ODbL). Ingredient safety ratings from FDA SAFFA and CSPI Chemical Cuisine. See our methodology for details.

This information is for reference only and does not constitute dietary or medical advice.

Product data from Open Food Facts; additive safety from the FDA SAFFA inventory and CSPI Chemical Cuisine. See our methodology for details. Compiled by PlainFoodSafe

Every figure on PlainFoodSafe is rendered directly from OpenFoodFacts and FDA data, no number is typed in by an editor. Product figures are computed directly from OpenFoodFacts, FDA SAFFA, and CSPI Chemical Cuisine data, no figure is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of May 2026.