The Sun Valkey Nut Co

Natural Nuts & Fruits

Barcode 5012309011453

Yes — Natural Nuts & Fruits is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains the preservative sulphur dioxide, which is an industrial additive, as well as sweetened dried cranberries using added sugar.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

blanched almonds (18%)
OK

cashew nuts (17%)
OK

sweetened dried sliced cranberries (15%) (cranberries, sugar, sunflower oil)
OK

golden raisins (raisins, sunflower oil)
UPF

preservative: sulfur dioxide

A chemical preservative used to prevent browning and extend shelf life in foods such as dried fruits; it is an additive rather than a standalone ingredient.
OK

pecan nut halves
OK

raisins (raisins, sunflower oil)
OK

pistachio nut kernels (8%)
OK

brazil nut

Edible seed of the Brazil nut tree; a basic, natural tree nut used in foods.

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Common questions about Natural Nuts & Fruits

Is Natural Nuts & Fruits ultra-processed?

Yes — Natural Nuts & Fruits by The Sun Valkey Nut Co is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains the preservative sulphur dioxide, which is an industrial additive, as well as sweetened dried cranberries using added sugar.

Which ingredients in Natural Nuts & Fruits are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Natural Nuts & Fruits as an ultra-processed marker: preservative: sulfur dioxide. 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.