Orange Drink

Barcode 4088600244044

Yes — Orange Drink is ultra-processed.

This orange drink contains several ultra-processed additives, including flavourings, artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), the preservative sodium metabisulphite, and the stabiliser sodium gaurate. These industrial additives place it in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

orange juice from concentrate (50%)
OK

water

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

orange concentrate (79%)
OK

citric acid

A naturally occurring weak organic acid used as an acidity regulator and preservative in foods and beverages.
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.
UPF

sucralose

Artificial non-nutritive sweetener used to sweeten products.
UPF

acesulfame potassium

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

sodium metabisulfite

A chemical preservative and antioxidant used in foods and beverages to prevent oxidation and browning; commonly used to preserve dried fruits, wine, and processed foods.
OK

stabiliser: sodium gaurate
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

A common antioxidant used to preserve foods and boost vitamin C intake.

Common questions about Orange Drink

Is Orange Drink ultra-processed?

Yes — Orange Drink is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This orange drink contains several ultra-processed additives, including flavourings, artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), the preservative sodium metabisulphite, and the stabiliser sodium gaurate. These industrial additives place it in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in Orange Drink are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Orange Drink as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, sucralose, acesulfame potassium, sodium metabisulfite. 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.