Rooibos

Vanilla Rooibos Tea

Barcode 5032558003092

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Yes — Vanilla Rooibos Tea is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrially processed flavouring additives: “natural flavour” is an added flavouring agent considered an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA, even though the base tea and vanilla extract themselves are minimally processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

rooibos tea (aspalathus linearis)
OK

natural bourbon vanilla extract
UPF

natural flavour

A flavouring substance derived from natural sources used to impart aroma and taste in foods.

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Common questions about Vanilla Rooibos Tea

Is Vanilla Rooibos Tea ultra-processed?

Yes — Vanilla Rooibos Tea by Rooibos is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrially processed flavouring additives: “natural flavour” is an added flavouring agent considered an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA, even though the base tea and vanilla extract themselves are minimally processed.

Which ingredients in Vanilla Rooibos Tea are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Vanilla Rooibos Tea as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavour. 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.