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Mixed Fruit Drops

Barcode 4037719065002

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Yes — Mixed Fruit Drops is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients, including artificial sweeteners (isomalt, maltit syrup, acesulfame K) and natural flavourings, which are industrial additives used for sweetness and flavour. Under NOVA, the presence of these additives classifies the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

UPF

isomalt

Isomalt is a sugar alcohol used as a low-calorie sweetener, typically produced industrially from sucrose.
UPF

maltitol syrup

Maltitol syrup is a sugar alcohol syrup used as a sweetener, produced industrially by hydrogenation of maltose.
OK

black carrot

A root vegetable (Daucus carota) with dark purple-black outer skin and deep purple flesh; used as a vegetable or pigment source.
OK

beetroot

Root vegetable from the beet family, commonly eaten raw, roasted, or pickled; naturally sweet and earthy flavor.
OK

cherry juice concentrate

Concentrated juice made from cherries, used as a sweet-tavored ingredient or flavoring in foods.
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
UPF

acesulfame k sweetener (may contain e numbers; laxative effects possible)

Artificial sweetener (acesulfame potassium) used as a sugar substitute; often listed with cautionary consumption notes.

Common questions about Mixed Fruit Drops

Is Mixed Fruit Drops ultra-processed?

Yes — Mixed Fruit Drops by cavendish is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients, including artificial sweeteners (isomalt, maltit syrup, acesulfame K) and natural flavourings, which are industrial additives used for sweetness and flavour. Under NOVA, the presence of these additives classifies the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Mixed Fruit Drops are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Mixed Fruit Drops as ultra-processed markers: isomalt, maltitol syrup, natural flavourings, acesulfame k sweetener (may contain e numbers; laxative effects possible). 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.