Wrigley's

Chewing-gum

Barcode 4009900531917

Scanned 12 times by Nomi users

Yes — Chewing-gum is ultra-processed.

The chewing gum is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial sweeteners and additives, specifically xylitol, sorbitol, aspartame, mannitol, and acesulfame K. Aspartame and acesulfame K are artificial high-intensity sweeteners that qualify as ultra-processed ingredients under NOVA. Sugar alcohols like xylitol, sorbitol, and mannitol are also industrially produced sweeteners not found in traditional home cooking, further supporting the UPF classification.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

UPF

xylitol

A sugar alcohol used as a low-calorie sweetener, commonly found in sugar-free gums and candies.
UPF

sorbitol

A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant in foods, often in sugar-free products.
UPF

aspartame

A low-calorie artificial sweetener (dipeptide) added to foods and drinks to provide sweetness.
UPF

mannitol

A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and texturizing agent in foods and pharmaceuticals.
UPF

acesulfame potassium

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

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Common questions about Chewing-gum

Is Chewing-gum ultra-processed?

Yes — Chewing-gum by Wrigley's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The chewing gum is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial sweeteners and additives, specifically xylitol, sorbitol, aspartame, mannitol, and acesulfame K. Aspartame and acesulfame K are artificial high-intensity sweeteners that qualify as ultra-processed ingredients under NOVA. Sugar alcohols like xylitol, sorbitol, and mannitol are also industrially produced sweeteners not found in traditional home cooking, further supporting the UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Chewing-gum are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Chewing-gum as ultra-processed markers: xylitol, sorbitol, aspartame, mannitol, 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.