HPP did not significantly (P N 0.05) impact the acceptability of deli ham samples for all evaluated parameters, across all 4 time periods (Table 4). This demonstrates that the application of HPP to reduced sodium and natural nitrite deli ham may be used without negatively impacting the consumer acceptability of these products. Pietrzak et al. (2007) also reported no significant effect of HPP treatment (600 MPa for 10 min) on color, smell, taste, and consistency of ham formulated with 2.5 and 1.5% salt. Similar results were found when longissimus pork chops were subjected to HPP, with a trained panel unable to find