Robinsons

Orange Squash

Barcode 5010102242869

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Yes — Orange Squash is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday; it contains several ultra-processed additives.

Orange Squash is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations: citric acid and sodium citrate as acidity regulators, natural orange flavouring with other natural flavourings, the artificial sweeteners acesulfame K and sucralose, stabilisers including cellulose gum and sucrose acetate isobutyrate, preservatives potassium sorbate and sodium metabisulphite, and the emulsifier glycerol esters of wood rosins. These additives and the ready-to-drink beverage formulation are characteristic of ultra-processed products.

Ingredients

9 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

orange juice concentrate

A juice concentrate made from oranges, typically produced by removing water from the juice and reconstituting as needed.
UPF

citric acid

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

sodium citrate

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

natural orange flavouring with other natural flavourings

A natural flavoring ingredient used to impart orange aroma, often blended with other natural flavors.
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.
UPF

stabilizers (cellulose gum, sucrose acetate isobutyrate)

Food-grade stabilizers used to improve texture and keep ingredients suspended; includes cellulose gum and a synthetic acetate-based stabilizer.
UPF

preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite)

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

glycerol esters of wood rosin

A processed emulsifier made from glycerol and rosin acids to help blend ingredients and stabilize mixtures in foods.
UPF

natural colour carotene

A natural pigment used to impart orange to yellow hues in foods, derived from plant sources.

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Common questions about Orange Squash

Is Orange Squash ultra-processed?

Yes — Orange Squash by Robinsons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Orange Squash is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations: citric acid and sodium citrate as acidity regulators, natural orange flavouring with other natural flavourings, the artificial sweeteners acesulfame K and sucralose, stabilisers including cellulose gum and sucrose acetate isobutyrate, preservatives potassium sorbate and sodium metabisulphite, and the emulsifier glycerol esters of wood rosins. These additives and the ready-to-drink beverage formulation are characteristic of ultra-processed products.

Which ingredients in Orange Squash are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 9 ingredients in Orange Squash as ultra-processed markers: citric acid, sodium citrate, natural orange flavouring with other natural flavourings, acesulfame potassium (acesulfame-k), sucralose, stabilizers (cellulose gum, sucrose acetate isobutyrate), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), glycerol esters of wood rosin, natural colour carotene. 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.