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Why do some ham labels read w/”Natural Juices” and others “Water Added?

April 26, 2017added Ham Juices labels natural read water

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Why do some ham labels read w/”Natural Juices” and others “Water Added?

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Under USDA regulations, three types of ham products can be labeled “ham.” “Ham” means that the lean meat contains at least 20.5 percent protein. “Ham with Natural Juices” must contain at least 18.5 percent protein and those labeled “Ham-Water Added” must contain at least 17 percent protein. “Ham and Water Product” may contain any amount of water, but the label must state the percent of added ingredients.