Wrigley's

Extra Peppermint

Barcode 4009900547710

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — Extra Peppermint is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and includes multiple ultra-processed additives: artificial sweeteners (sorbitol, maltitol, aspartame, mannitol, acesulfame K), gum base, flavourings, emulsifier (soya lecithin), glazing agent (carnauba wax), thickener (gum arabic), humectant (glycerol), and antioxidant (BHA). Under NOVA, the presence of these industrial formulations and additives makes the product ultra-processed (UPF). In particular, gum base and glazing agent (carnauba wax) are pre-identified UPF ingredients and alone are sufficient to classify this as UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

sweeteners (sorbitol, maltitol, aspartame, mannitol, acesulfame k)
UPF

gum base

A non-edible binder used in chewing gums; not a food ingredient by itself when used for chewing gum, though edible gum bases exist in some products.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

thickener (gum arabic)
OK

glycerol (humectant)

Glycerol (glycerine) used as a humectant to retain moisture in foods; a simple, mono- and polyalcohol.
OK

emulsifer (soya lecithin)
UPF

glazing agent (carnauba wax)

Edible wax coating derived from carnauba palm used as a glazing agent on candies and confectionery to give a shiny finish.
OK

antioxidant (bha)

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Common questions about Extra Peppermint

Is Extra Peppermint ultra-processed?

Yes — Extra Peppermint by Wrigley's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and includes multiple ultra-processed additives: artificial sweeteners (sorbitol, maltitol, aspartame, mannitol, acesulfame K), gum base, flavourings, emulsifier (soya lecithin), glazing agent (carnauba wax), thickener (gum arabic), humectant (glycerol), and antioxidant (BHA). Under NOVA, the presence of these industrial formulations and additives makes the product ultra-processed (UPF). In particular, gum base and glazing agent (carnauba wax) are pre-identified UPF ingredients and alone are sufficient to classify this as UPF.

Which ingredients in Extra Peppermint are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Extra Peppermint as ultra-processed markers: gum base, flavourings, glazing agent (carnauba wax). 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.