Tesco

Orange Quadruple strength

Barcode 5059697386305

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Yes — Orange Quadruple strength is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives, including artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), stabiliser (carboxymethylcellulose), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), and flavourings. These ingredients place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

comminuted orange from concentrate (40%). citric acid
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.
UPF

preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite)

Common preservatives used to inhibit microbial growth and oxidation in foods and beverages.
OK

stabiliser (carboxymethylcellulose)
UPF

beta-carotene

A natural or synthetic orange pigment used as a colorant in foods and supplements.

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Common questions about Orange Quadruple strength

Is Orange Quadruple strength ultra-processed?

Yes — Orange Quadruple strength by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives, including artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), stabiliser (carboxymethylcellulose), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), and flavourings. These ingredients place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Orange Quadruple strength are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Orange Quadruple strength as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, sodium citrate, sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame k), preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite), beta-carotene. 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.