Pepsi zero, PepsiCo

Pepsi Max

Barcode 3502110009357

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Yes — Pepsi Max is ultra-processed.

Pepsi Max is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations not used in home cooking, including artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame K), colour (caramel E150d), acidity regulators (sodium citrate), and unspecified flavourings. These ingredients place it in the NOVA ultra-processed food category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated water

A basic beverage ingredient consisting of dissolved CO2 in water, providing fizz without flavor additives.
UPF

caramel color (e150d)

A food-grade caramel color produced by heat-treatment of sugar with acids or alkalis; used as a color additive.
OK

sweeteners (aspartame**, acesulfame k)
OK

acidifiers (phosphoric acid, citric acid)
UPF

sodium citrate

Sodium citrate is a mineral salt used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in foods and drinks.
OK

flavourings (including plant extracts and caffeine)
OK

**contains a source of phenylalanine

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Common questions about Pepsi Max

Is Pepsi Max ultra-processed?

Yes — Pepsi Max by Pepsi zero, PepsiCo is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Pepsi Max is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations not used in home cooking, including artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame K), colour (caramel E150d), acidity regulators (sodium citrate), and unspecified flavourings. These ingredients place it in the NOVA ultra-processed food category.

Which ingredients in Pepsi Max are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Pepsi Max as ultra-processed markers: caramel color (e150d), sodium citrate. 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.