Coop

Orange and mango quad strength

Barcode 5000129359176

Yes — Orange and mango quad strength is ultra-processed.

The product contains multiple ultra-processed additives, including flavourings, acesulfame K, sucralose, stabiliser (carboxy methyl cellulose), acidity regulator (sodium citrate), and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). These are industrial formulations/additives used for sweetness, texture, preservation and flavour, so under NOVA it is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

orange and mango squash from concentrate

A beverage concentrate primarily composed of water, fruit juice concentrate from oranges and mangoes, plus purée and sweeteners. Entry appears to be a ready-to-dilute fruit drink. Not a pure fruit ingredient; contains sweeteners and processing steps.
OK

comminuted orange from concentrate

Processed orange fruit product from concentrate, likely used as a flavor/fruit component in beverages. Single-ingredient fruit product.
OK

mango purée

Pureed mango fruit used as a natural fruit ingredient in beverages. Single-ingredient food.
OK

acids (citric acid, malic acid)

A mixture of edible organic acids used to provide sourness and to adjust acidity (citric acid and malic acid).
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

acidity regulator (sodium citrate) and sweeteners (sucralose)

Sodium citrate acts as an acidity regulator; sucralose is an artificial sweetener. The presence of sucralose classifies this item as containing a UPF additive.
UPF

acesulfame potassium

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

stabiliser (carboxy methyl cellulose) and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite)

Carboxymethyl cellulose is a stabiliser; potassium sorbate and sodium metabisulphite are preservatives; all are food additives and, as processed additives, are considered UPF.

Common questions about Orange and mango quad strength

Is Orange and mango quad strength ultra-processed?

Yes — Orange and mango quad strength by Coop is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains multiple ultra-processed additives, including flavourings, acesulfame K, sucralose, stabiliser (carboxy methyl cellulose), acidity regulator (sodium citrate), and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). These are industrial formulations/additives used for sweetness, texture, preservation and flavour, so under NOVA it is classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Which ingredients in Orange and mango quad strength are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Orange and mango quad strength as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, acidity regulator (sodium citrate) and sweeteners (sucralose), acesulfame potassium, stabiliser (carboxy methyl cellulose) and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). 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.