Sugar-Free Chewing Gum

Barcode 42211471

Yes — Sugar-Free Chewing Gum is ultra-processed.

The ingredients list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial sweeteners and additives, including mannitol (a polyol sweetener), flavourings, emulsifier (soya lecithin), maltitol, xylitol, sorbitol, aspartame, arabic gum, humectant (glycerol), bulking agent (polyalcophosphates), glazing agent (carnauba wax), antioxidant (BHA), and artificial colour (E110). These are characteristic of ultra-processed formulations under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

sweeteners (xylitol, sorbitol, aspartame)
OK

maltitol
UPF

mannitol

A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and texturizing agent in foods and pharmaceuticals.
OK

arabic gum
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.
OK

glycerol (humectant)

Glycerol (glycerine) used as a humectant to retain moisture in foods; a simple, mono- and polyalcohol.
OK

bulking agent (polyalcophosphates)
UPF

Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin)

Soya lecithin is a natural emulsifier derived from soybeans, used to improve the texture and shelf life of food products.
OK

acidity regulator (sodium hydrogen carbonate)
OK

glazing agent (carnuba wax)
OK

antioxidant (bha)
OK

colour (e110)

Common questions about Sugar-Free Chewing Gum

Is Sugar-Free Chewing Gum ultra-processed?

Yes — Sugar-Free Chewing Gum is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial sweeteners and additives, including mannitol (a polyol sweetener), flavourings, emulsifier (soya lecithin), maltitol, xylitol, sorbitol, aspartame, arabic gum, humectant (glycerol), bulking agent (polyalcophosphates), glazing agent (carnauba wax), antioxidant (BHA), and artificial colour (E110). These are characteristic of ultra-processed formulations under the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Sugar-Free Chewing Gum are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Sugar-Free Chewing Gum as ultra-processed markers: mannitol, flavourings, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin). 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.