Robinsons

Crushed Lime & Mint

Barcode 5010102240490

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Yes — Crushed Lime & Mint is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives: natural flavourings, preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), an acidity regulator (sodium citrate), and an added high-intensity sweetener (steviol glycosides). Under NOVA, the presence of such flavourings, preservatives, and non-traditional sweeteners makes it an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

fruit juices from concentrate (apple 8%)
OK

lime 5%
UPF

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
OK

natural lime and mint flavourings with other natural flavourings
UPF

sodium citrate

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

preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite)

Common preservatives used to inhibit microbial growth and oxidation in foods and beverages.
OK

sweetener (steviol glycosides)

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Common questions about Crushed Lime & Mint

Is Crushed Lime & Mint ultra-processed?

Yes — Crushed Lime & Mint by Robinsons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives: natural flavourings, preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), an acidity regulator (sodium citrate), and an added high-intensity sweetener (steviol glycosides). Under NOVA, the presence of such flavourings, preservatives, and non-traditional sweeteners makes it an ultra-processed food.

Which ingredients in Crushed Lime & Mint are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Crushed Lime & Mint as ultra-processed markers: citric acid, sodium citrate, preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Crushed Lime & Mint?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Sicilian Lemon and Mint Cordial by Sainsbury's, Belvoir Farms Raspberry & Lemon Cordial by Belvoir. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.