Kong Strong,Kong Strong Urban Classic Energy Drink

Kong Strong

Barcode 4056489005568

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Yes — Kong Strong is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including artificial sweeteners (acésulfame K, aspartame), flavoring (arôme), colorant (caramel ordinaire), and added functional compounds typical of energy drinks (taurine). According to NOVA, the presence of these additives and engineered ingredients used to modify taste, color, and function goes beyond basic culinary processing and places the product in the ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

A clear, tasteless liquid essential for life; widely used as a primary cooking and beverage ingredient.
OK

sugar

A basic, single-ingredient sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beet.
OK

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid commonly used as a food acidifier and flavor enhancer; derived from citrus fruits and used in numerous foods and drinks as a preservative and acidity regulator.
OK

acide carbonique
OK

correcteur d'acidité : citrates de sodium
OK

taurine
UPF

aroma/flavoring

Flavoring agent used to impart or enhance taste; can be natural or artificial.
OK

colorant : caramel ordinaire
OK

caféine
OK

édulcorants : acésulfame k
UPF

aspartame

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

nicotinamide

A water-soluble form of niacin (vitamin B3) used as a fortifying nutrient in foods and supplements.
OK

pantothenic acid

A water-soluble vitamin (Vitamin B5) essential for energy metabolism and synthesis of fatty acids.
OK

vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)

Essential water-soluble vitamin involved in amino acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and red blood cell formation; commonly used as a dietary supplement or fortificant.
OK

vitamin b12

A water-soluble vitamin (cobalamin) important for red blood cell formation and neurological function; widely used in supplements and fortified foods.

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Common questions about Kong Strong

Is Kong Strong ultra-processed?

Yes — Kong Strong by Kong Strong,Kong Strong Urban Classic Energy Drink is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including artificial sweeteners (acésulfame K, aspartame), flavoring (arôme), colorant (caramel ordinaire), and added functional compounds typical of energy drinks (taurine). According to NOVA, the presence of these additives and engineered ingredients used to modify taste, color, and function goes beyond basic culinary processing and places the product in the ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Kong Strong are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Kong Strong as ultra-processed markers: aroma/flavoring, aspartame. 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.