Robinsons

Fruit & Barley Pink Grapefruit Squash

Barcode 5010102101791

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Yes — Fruit & Barley Pink Grapefruit Squash is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), and added flavouring and colouring agents (natural colour anthocyanins, flavouring). These are industrial additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

pink grapefruit juice from concentrate (10%)
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).
OK

refined barley flour (1%)
UPF

sodium citrate

Sodium citrate is a mineral salt used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in foods and drinks.
UPF

sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose)

Artificial sweeteners including acesulfame K and sucralose used as sugar substitutes; categorized as food additives.
OK

preservatives passium sorbate
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

natural colour (anthocyanins)
OK

al flavouring
OK

antioxidant (ascorbic acid). shane well dilute 1 part concentrate with 4 parts water. important to add extra water if given to toddlers tanslaturally occurring sugars

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Common questions about Fruit & Barley Pink Grapefruit Squash

Is Fruit & Barley Pink Grapefruit Squash ultra-processed?

Yes — Fruit & Barley Pink Grapefruit Squash by Robinsons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), and added flavouring and colouring agents (natural colour anthocyanins, flavouring). These are industrial additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Fruit & Barley Pink Grapefruit Squash are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Fruit & Barley Pink Grapefruit Squash as ultra-processed markers: sodium citrate, sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose), 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?

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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.