Haribo

Stripes Bag

Barcode 4001686522424

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Yes — Stripes Bag is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because its ingredients include several industrial additives and formulations: glucose syrup (an industrially extracted refined sugar), sorbitol syrup (a humectant sugar alcohol), palm fat (highly processed refined palm oil), and flavouring (industrial flavor additives). The presence of any such ingredients is sufficient to classify the product as UPF under NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
UPF

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
OK

humectant: sorbitol syrup
OK

acidifier: citric acid
OK

gelatin

A gelling agent derived from collagen, used to provide texture in a variety of foods (jellies, desserts, candies).
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Stripes Bag

Is Stripes Bag ultra-processed?

Yes — Stripes Bag by Haribo is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because its ingredients include several industrial additives and formulations: glucose syrup (an industrially extracted refined sugar), sorbitol syrup (a humectant sugar alcohol), palm fat (highly processed refined palm oil), and flavouring (industrial flavor additives). The presence of any such ingredients is sufficient to classify the product as UPF under NOVA guidelines.

Which ingredients in Stripes Bag are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Stripes Bag as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, palm fat, flavouring. 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.