Is Orangina Ultra-Processed (UPF)?

Orangina

Barcode 5054267003644

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Yes — Orangina is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and sweeteners, including artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), a preservative (potassium sorbate), an acidity regulator (sodium gluconate), and natural flavouring. These extracted and synthesized additives place it in NOVA 4 (UPF).

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated water

A basic beverage ingredient consisting of dissolved CO2 in water, providing fizz without flavor additives.
OK

orange juice and other citrus juices from concentrate 12% (orange 10%, lemon, mandarin)
OK

grapefruit
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

pulp 2% (orange 1%, mandarin)
OK

acidity regulator (sodium gluconate)
OK

orange peel extract
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
OK

ascorbic acid

Vitamin C; antioxidant used to prevent oxidation and preserve color and freshness in foods; a common food additive and nutrient.
UPF

sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose)

Artificial sweeteners including acesulfame K and sucralose used as sugar substitutes; categorized as food additives.
UPF

natural orange flavouring

Flavor extract derived from natural orange sources used to impart orange aroma and taste.

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Common questions about Orangina

Is Orangina ultra-processed?

Yes — Orangina by Orangina is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and sweeteners, including artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), a preservative (potassium sorbate), an acidity regulator (sodium gluconate), and natural flavouring. These extracted and synthesized additives place it in NOVA 4 (UPF).

Which ingredients in Orangina are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Orangina as ultra-processed markers: potassium sorbate, sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose), natural orange 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.