Mixed Fruit Juice Drink

Barcode 5035766048176

Yes — Mixed Fruit Juice Drink is ultra-processed.

This drink contains natural flavoring, an extracted additive used to modify flavor, which is considered an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA. It also includes sodium metabisulphite, a preservative additive. The presence of these industrial additives classifies the overall product as ultra-processed, even though it is juice-based.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

apple juice from concentrate

A clear liquid beverage produced by removing water from apples to create a concentrated juice that is later reconstituted or sold as a flavored juice. It is a basic fruit juice product with no added fats, proteins, or other major ingredients.
OK

pineapple juice from concentrate

Juice pressed from pineapples and concentrated by removing water, commonly used as a beverage ingredient. When from concentrate, water is removed and later reconstituted or sold as concentrate.
OK

raspberry juice from concentrate

Juice pressed from raspberries and concentrated by removing water. Used as a beverage ingredient; product may be sold as concentrate or reconstituted for consumption.
UPF

natural flavoring

Flavoring agents derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; often composed of essential oils, extracts, or blends.
OK

malic acid

An organic acid used as a acidity regulator and flavouring component in foods; often derived from natural sources.
UPF

sodium metabisulfite

A chemical preservative and antioxidant used in foods and beverages to prevent oxidation and browning; commonly used to preserve dried fruits, wine, and processed foods.

Common questions about Mixed Fruit Juice Drink

Is Mixed Fruit Juice Drink ultra-processed?

Yes — Mixed Fruit Juice Drink is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This drink contains natural flavoring, an extracted additive used to modify flavor, which is considered an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA. It also includes sodium metabisulphite, a preservative additive. The presence of these industrial additives classifies the overall product as ultra-processed, even though it is juice-based.

Which ingredients in Mixed Fruit Juice Drink are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Mixed Fruit Juice Drink as ultra-processed markers: natural flavoring, sodium metabisulfite. 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.