Citrus Soft Drink

Barcode 5010324027299

Yes — Citrus Soft Drink is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including citric acid (acid), flavouring, acidity regulator (sodium citrates), artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), preservative (sodium benzoate) and stabiliser (acacia gum). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate an ultra-processed beverage formulation.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated water

A basic beverage ingredient consisting of dissolved CO2 in water, providing fizz without flavor additives.
OK

sugar

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

lemon comminate from concentrate (sulphites)
OK

fruit juices from concentrate (13%) (lemon sulphites)
OK

orange (sulphites)
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

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
UPF

sodium citrate

A basic acidity regulator used to adjust pH and act as an emulsifier or buffering agent in foods.
UPF

sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose)

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

preservative (sodium benzoate)
OK

stabiliser (acacia gum)
OK

vegetable oil (corn)

Common questions about Citrus Soft Drink

Is Citrus Soft Drink ultra-processed?

Yes — Citrus Soft Drink is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including citric acid (acid), flavouring, acidity regulator (sodium citrates), artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), preservative (sodium benzoate) and stabiliser (acacia gum). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate an ultra-processed beverage formulation.

Which ingredients in Citrus Soft Drink are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Citrus Soft Drink as ultra-processed markers: citric acid, flavouring, sodium citrate, sweeteners (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?

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.