The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and processed ingredients: saccharin (an artificial sweetener), potassium sorbate and sodium metabisulphite (chemical preservatives), as well as natural flavouring. According to NOVA, the presence of artificial sweeteners, preservatives, and flavourings makes this an ultra-processed food product.
The NOVA system classifies foods into four groups based on how much industrial processing they've undergone. This product falls into Group 4 — ultra-processed food products containing industrial additives such as emulsifiers, flavour enhancers, or hydrogenated oils.
Product information comes from public databases and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.