Tesco

Soya drink unsweetened

Barcode 5057545917176

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Yes — Soya drink unsweetened is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: gellan gum (a gelling/stabilising agent) and unspecified flavouring, which fall under NOVA ultra-processed formulations.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

soya bean (9%)
OK

tricalcium phosphate

A calcium salt used as a food additive and calcium source; commonly used as anti-caking agent in powders and as a mineral supplement.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
UPF

gellan gum

A hydrocolloid stabiliser used to thicken or set foods; a common food additive.
UPF

flavouring

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

potassium iodide

A chemical commonly used as a micronutrient fortificant (iodine) in salt and foods.
OK

vitamin b12

A water-soluble B vitamin (cobalamin) used as a nutrient fortifier in foods and supplements.
OK

riboflavin

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B2) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

vitamin d2

A nutrient used for fortification in foods and dietary supplements; not a food per se but a common fortifying additive.

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Common questions about Soya drink unsweetened

Is Soya drink unsweetened ultra-processed?

Yes — Soya drink unsweetened by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: gellan gum (a gelling/stabilising agent) and unspecified flavouring, which fall under NOVA ultra-processed formulations.

Which ingredients in Soya drink unsweetened are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Soya drink unsweetened as ultra-processed markers: gellan gum, flavouring, potassium iodide. 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.