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Yes — Rich & creamy coconut milk is ultra-processed.
The product is ultra-processed because it contains additives used for industrial formulation, specifically carboxy methyl cellulose (a thickener) and polysorbate 60 (an emulsifier). These are characteristic UPF ingredients under the NOVA classification.
Similar products that aren't ultra-processed — swap and keep the flavour.
Other drinks Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
Hafer Barista
VEMUNDO, Lidl
Not UPF
Coconut Organic
RUDE HEALTH
Not UPF
Nordic Oat Drink
Jörd, Arla
Not UPF
Oat Drink Organic
Oatly
Not UPF
Plenish organic coconut milk
Plenish
Not UPF
Oatly Barista Organic Oat Drink
Oatly
Not UPF
Plenish Barista Organic Almond Drink
Plenish
Not UPF
Coconut Drink with Rice and Calcium
RUDE HEALTH
Not UPF
Everyday oat
Minor Figures
Not UPF
Barista Edition Haferdrink
Oatly
Not UPF
Yes — Rich & creamy coconut milk by Amoy,Alifoods is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains additives used for industrial formulation, specifically carboxy methyl cellulose (a thickener) and polysorbate 60 (an emulsifier). These are characteristic UPF ingredients under the NOVA classification.
Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Creamed Coconut Block by Blue Dragon, Plenish organic coconut milk, Coconut Milk by Biona. See the healthier alternatives above for details.
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.
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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.