Prime, Prime Hydration

Prime Hydration Ice Pop

Barcode 0850040427066

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Yes — Prime Hydration Ice Pop is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF ingredients and additives, including natural flavouring, artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), and mineral salt (dipotassium phosphate), all of which are industrially processed additives not used in traditional home cooking.

Ingredients

4 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

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
OK

vitamin b-12

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Common questions about Prime Hydration Ice Pop

Is Prime Hydration Ice Pop ultra-processed?

Yes — Prime Hydration Ice Pop by Prime, Prime Hydration is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF ingredients and additives, including natural flavouring, artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), and mineral salt (dipotassium phosphate), all of which are industrially processed additives not used in traditional home cooking.

Which ingredients in Prime Hydration Ice Pop are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Prime Hydration Ice Pop as ultra-processed markers: citric acid, natural flavouring, sucralose, acesulfame potassium. 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.