Robinsons

Double strength apple and blackcurrant

Barcode 5010102242852

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Yes — Double strength apple and blackcurrant is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF ingredients and additives: natural flavouring (industrial flavouring), artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), and a stabiliser/thickener (cellulose gum). These extracted and industrially formulated additives place it clearly in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

fruit juices from concentrate (apple 18%)
OK

blackcurrant 2%
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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
UPF

sodium citrate

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

concentrates (carrot, apple, blueberry)
OK

hibiscus

Dried calyces of the hibiscus plant, used as a tart, floral flavoring and beverage ingredient.
UPF

acesulfame potassium (acesulfame-k)

A synthetic, calorie-free sweetener used to replace sugar in foods and beverages; often listed as acesulfame potassium or acesulfame-K.
UPF

sucralose

A synthetic, non-nutritive sweetener derived from sucrose by chlorination; widely used as a low-calorie sweetener in foods and beverages.
OK

preservatives (potassilum sorbate, sodium metabisulphite)
OK

stabiliser (cellulose gum)

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Common questions about Double strength apple and blackcurrant

Is Double strength apple and blackcurrant ultra-processed?

Yes — Double strength apple and blackcurrant by Robinsons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF ingredients and additives: natural flavouring (industrial flavouring), artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), and a stabiliser/thickener (cellulose gum). These extracted and industrially formulated additives place it clearly in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in Double strength apple and blackcurrant are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Double strength apple and blackcurrant as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, sodium citrate, acesulfame potassium (acesulfame-k), sucralose. 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.