By sainsbury's

4X concentrated summer fruits squash

Barcode 00464727

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — 4X concentrated summer fruits squash is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and sweeteners, including flavourings (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). These ingredients place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

apple juice from concentrate

Juice produced by concentrating fresh apples, typically used as a beverage base or ingredient.
UPF

citric acid; sodium citrate; strawberry juice from concentrate (0.8%)

A formulation including common food acids and regulators plus strawberry juice concentrate; used as flavor, acidity adjustment, and sweetening components in beverages.
OK

blackcurrant juice from concentrate

Juice derived from blackcurrants via concentration process, used as a beverage or flavoring ingredient.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

cherry juice from concentrate

Juice derived from cherries by concentrating the juice; the 0.3% likely refers to cherry juice content in the final product.
UPF

sucralose

Artificial non-nutritive sweetener used to sweeten products.
UPF

acesulfame k; raspberry juice from concentrate

A blend containing the artificial sweetener acesulfame potassium and raspberry juice concentrate; 0.3% raspberry juice likely in the final product.
UPF

anthocyanins; potassium sorbate

A colorant derived from anthocyanin pigments and a preservative (potassium sorbate) used to extend shelf life.
UPF

sodium metabisulfite (sulphites)

A sulfur-based preservative and antioxidant often used to prevent browning and preserve foods; can cause sensitivity in some individuals.

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Common questions about 4X concentrated summer fruits squash

Is 4X concentrated summer fruits squash ultra-processed?

Yes — 4X concentrated summer fruits squash by By sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and sweeteners, including flavourings (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). These ingredients place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in 4X concentrated summer fruits squash are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in 4X concentrated summer fruits squash as ultra-processed markers: citric acid; sodium citrate; strawberry juice from concentrate (0.8%), flavourings, sucralose, acesulfame k; raspberry juice from concentrate, anthocyanins; potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulfite (sulphites). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.