Tesco

Children's orange Multivitamin gummies

Barcode 5057753906726

Yes — Children's orange Multivitamin gummies is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and the product is ultra-processed (UPF). It contains multiple industrial sweeteners and additives, including pre-identified UPF ingredients: maltitol syrup, sorbitol, modified maize starch, flavouring, sweetener (sucralose), glycerol, and maltodextrin. It also includes other cosmetic/technological additives such as polysorbate 80 and sorbitan monooleate (emulsifiers), and silicon dioxide and tricalcium phosphate (anti-caking/processing aids). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients, so under NOVA this is clearly an ultra-processed product.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

UPF

maltitol syrup

A sugar alcohol syrup used as a sweetener; derived from maltose and sorbitol pathways, often processed.
OK

sorbitol syrup
UPF

sorbitol

A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant in foods, often in sugar-free products.
OK

pork gelatin

Gelatin derived from pork collagen used as a gelling agent in foods like jellies, desserts, and confectionery.
OK

vitamin c (ascorbic acid)

A water-soluble essential nutrient and antioxidant used as a dietary supplement and food additive.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

vitamine
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
UPF

flavouring

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

sugar

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

medium chain triglycerides
OK

acacia gum (gum arabic)

A natural hydrocolloid from acacia trees used as a thickener and stabilizer.
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

vitamin b6 (pyridoxine)

Essential water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient supplement and fortificant in foods and dietary supplements.
UPF

sucralose

A synthetic artificial sweetener used to sweeten foods and beverages; extremely sweet, often used in low-calorie products.
UPF

glycerol

A simple polyol often used as a humectant and smoothing agent in foods and cosmetics.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

polysorbate 80
OK

sorbitan monooleate
OK

colour ( beta carotene) vitamin a
OK

silicon dioxide
OK

glazing agent ( carnauba wax)
OK

extracts of rosemary
OK

tocopherol-rich extract
OK

alpha tocopherol
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

vitamin d

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and dietary supplementation; commonly present in foods as a nutrient or supplement.

Common questions about Children's orange Multivitamin gummies

Is Children's orange Multivitamin gummies ultra-processed?

Yes — Children's orange Multivitamin gummies by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and the product is ultra-processed (UPF). It contains multiple industrial sweeteners and additives, including pre-identified UPF ingredients: maltitol syrup, sorbitol, modified maize starch, flavouring, sweetener (sucralose), glycerol, and maltodextrin. It also includes other cosmetic/technological additives such as polysorbate 80 and sorbitan monooleate (emulsifiers), and silicon dioxide and tricalcium phosphate (anti-caking/processing aids). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients, so under NOVA this is clearly an ultra-processed product.

Which ingredients in Children's orange Multivitamin gummies are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Children's orange Multivitamin gummies as ultra-processed markers: maltitol syrup, sorbitol, modified maize starch, flavouring, sucralose, glycerol, maltodextrin. 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.