PRIME

PRIME Tropical Punch

Barcode 0850003560717

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Yes — PRIME Tropical Punch is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains several industrial additives and formulations, including natural flavouring, artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), a mineral salt additive (dipotassium phosphate), and added isolated amino acids. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and are typical of ultra-processed beverages according to NOVA.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

filtered water

Purified water suitable for drinking or cooking.
OK

reconstituted powdered coconut water (10.5%)
UPF

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
OK

mineral salt (dipotassium phosphate)
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
UPF

carrot concentrate

Concentrated carrot juice or puree used as a flavor/colouring ingredient; a processed vegetable product.
OK

colour (beta carotene)
UPF

sucralose

A zero-calorie artificial sweetener used to replace sugar in foods and beverages. It is a synthetic disaccharide derived from sucrose and is much sweeter than sugar. Often used in diet drinks, sugar-free products, and tabletop sweeteners.
UPF

acesulfame potassium

A zero-calorie artificial sweetener used to sweeten foods and beverages. Often found in diet sodas and sugar-free products.
OK

amino acids (l-isoleucine l-leucine, l-valine)
OK

vitamin e (tocopherol)

A fat-soluble antioxidant vitamin used as a dietary supplement and stabilizer in fats and oils.
OK

vitamin a

Fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision, immunity, and cell function; commonly used as a dietary supplement or fortifying agent.
OK

vitamin b-6 vitamin b-12

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Common questions about PRIME Tropical Punch

Is PRIME Tropical Punch ultra-processed?

Yes — PRIME Tropical Punch by PRIME is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF). It contains several industrial additives and formulations, including natural flavouring, artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), a mineral salt additive (dipotassium phosphate), and added isolated amino acids. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and are typical of ultra-processed beverages according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in PRIME Tropical Punch are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in PRIME Tropical Punch as ultra-processed markers: citric acid, natural flavouring, carrot concentrate, sucralose, acesulfame potassium. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to PRIME Tropical Punch?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including 33Fuel Rocket Fuel Carb Drink Powder Mix by 33Fuel. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.