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Panda Liquorice

Barcode 075172079246

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Yes — Panda Liquorice is ultra-processed.

The product contains "arôme naturel (huile essentielle d'anis)" (natural flavouring), which is an extracted and isolated additive used to impart flavour, so according to NOVA this makes the product ultra-processed, even though the other ingredients are minimally processed foods (molasses syrup, wheat flour, liquorice extract).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

molasses syrup

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, used as a sweetener and flavoring.
OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a basic staple ingredient in baking.
UPF

licorice extract

Concentrated flavoring derived from the licorice root, commonly used to flavor foods.
UPF

natural flavor (anise essential oil)

A natural flavoring derived from anise via essential oil extraction to impart anise flavour.

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Common questions about Panda Liquorice

Is Panda Liquorice ultra-processed?

Yes — Panda Liquorice by panda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains "arôme naturel (huile essentielle d'anis)" (natural flavouring), which is an extracted and isolated additive used to impart flavour, so according to NOVA this makes the product ultra-processed, even though the other ingredients are minimally processed foods (molasses syrup, wheat flour, liquorice extract).

Which ingredients in Panda Liquorice are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Panda Liquorice as ultra-processed markers: licorice extract, natural flavor (anise essential oil). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Panda Liquorice?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including The original italian Amarelli. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.