Tesco

Lime 40% fruit juice from concentrate

Barcode 5059697265211

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Lime 40% fruit juice from concentrate is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed additives, including flavourings (an industrial flavoring agent), artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). According to NOVA, the presence of these industrial formulations and additives classifies the product as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

lime juice from concentrate (40%)
OK

citric acid

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

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
UPF

sodium citrate

Sodium citrate is a mineral salt used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in foods and drinks.
UPF

sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame k)

A blend of artificial sweeteners sucralose and acesulfame potassium used to sweeten foods and beverages.
OK

preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). allergy advice for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. suitable for vegans e f f

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Common questions about Lime 40% fruit juice from concentrate

Is Lime 40% fruit juice from concentrate ultra-processed?

Yes — Lime 40% fruit juice from concentrate by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed additives, including flavourings (an industrial flavoring agent), artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). According to NOVA, the presence of these industrial formulations and additives classifies the product as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Lime 40% fruit juice from concentrate are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Lime 40% fruit juice from concentrate as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, sodium citrate, sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame k). 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.