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Low Calories Indian Tonic Water

Barcode 4088600264349

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Yes — Low Calories Indian Tonic Water is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives: artificial sweetener (aspartame), preservative (sodium benzoate), and added flavourings, including quinine, which go beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated water, acid: citric acid
UPF

sodium citrate

Food additive used as an acidity regulator and sequestrant.
OK

flavourings (contains quinine)
OK

sweetener. aspartame
UPF

sodium benzoate

A preservative (benzoate salt) used to inhibit the growth of spoilage organisms and extend shelf life in foods.

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Common questions about Low Calories Indian Tonic Water

Is Low Calories Indian Tonic Water ultra-processed?

Yes — Low Calories Indian Tonic Water by Vive is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives: artificial sweetener (aspartame), preservative (sodium benzoate), and added flavourings, including quinine, which go beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Low Calories Indian Tonic Water are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Low Calories Indian Tonic Water as ultra-processed markers: sodium citrate, sodium benzoate. 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.