waitrose and partnerd

Gogi berries

Barcode 5000169603703

Yes — Gogi berries is ultra-processed.

Contains the additive sulphur dioxide, which is an industrial preservative, so under NOVA this makes the product ultra‑processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

goji berries
UPF

preservative: sulfur dioxide

A chemical preservative used to prevent browning and extend shelf life in foods such as dried fruits; it is an additive rather than a standalone ingredient.

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Common questions about Gogi berries

Is Gogi berries ultra-processed?

Yes — Gogi berries by waitrose and partnerd is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains the additive sulphur dioxide, which is an industrial preservative, so under NOVA this makes the product ultra‑processed.

Which ingredients in Gogi berries are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Gogi berries as an ultra-processed marker: preservative: sulfur dioxide. 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.