Tesco

Aromatic & Sweet Vanilla Chai

Barcode 5053947623271

Yes — Aromatic & Sweet Vanilla Chai is ultra-processed.

The product contains 'flavouring', which is an extracted and industrially formulated additive. Under NOVA, the presence of such additives classifies the product as ultra-processed, even though the rest of the ingredients are minimally processed spices and tea.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

black tea
OK

cinnamon (10%)
OK

ginger (8%)
UPF

flavouring

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

star anise (2%)
OK

clove (1 %)
OK

cardamom (05%)
OK

vanilla powder (0.5%)
OK

black pepper (03%)

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Common questions about Aromatic & Sweet Vanilla Chai

Is Aromatic & Sweet Vanilla Chai ultra-processed?

Yes — Aromatic & Sweet Vanilla Chai by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains 'flavouring', which is an extracted and industrially formulated additive. Under NOVA, the presence of such additives classifies the product as ultra-processed, even though the rest of the ingredients are minimally processed spices and tea.

Which ingredients in Aromatic & Sweet Vanilla Chai are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Aromatic & Sweet Vanilla Chai as an ultra-processed marker: flavouring. 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.