Vanilla Syrup

Barcode 4061462046070

Yes — Vanilla Syrup is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrially processed sugars and additives, specifically invert sugar syrup and glucose syrup, which are refined, industrially produced sweeteners characteristic of UPFs. The presence of these ingredients is sufficient to categorize the product as UPF under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

UPF

invert sugar syrup

A refined sugar syrup produced by hydrolyzing sucrose into glucose and fructose; a processed sweetener often used in foods.
OK

vanilla extract (10%)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
UPF

glucose syrup

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

Common questions about Vanilla Syrup

Is Vanilla Syrup ultra-processed?

Yes — Vanilla Syrup is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrially processed sugars and additives, specifically invert sugar syrup and glucose syrup, which are refined, industrially produced sweeteners characteristic of UPFs. The presence of these ingredients is sufficient to categorize the product as UPF under the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Vanilla Syrup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Vanilla Syrup as ultra-processed markers: invert sugar syrup, glucose syrup. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.