Tesco

Summet Fruits

Barcode 5059697396960

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Yes — Summet Fruits is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed additives according to NOVA, including artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), flavourings, and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). These industrial ingredients classify it as an ultra-processed food, even though it also contains fruit juices from concentrate.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

apple juice from concentrate (36%)
OK

citric acid

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

strawberry juice from concentrate (2%)
OK

cherry juice from concentrate (1.2%)
UPF

sodium citrate

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

raspberry juice from concentrate (0.8%)
OK

malic acid

An organic acid used as a acidity regulator and flavouring component in foods; often derived from natural sources.
UPF

sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame k)

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

color (anthocyanins)

Plant-derived natural pigment used as a food colourant; anthocyanins are extracted pigments giving red to blue hues.
OK

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

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OK

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OK

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OK

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OK

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Common questions about Summet Fruits

Is Summet Fruits ultra-processed?

Yes — Summet Fruits by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed additives according to NOVA, including artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), flavourings, and preservatives (potassium sorbate, sodium metabisulphite). These industrial ingredients classify it as an ultra-processed food, even though it also contains fruit juices from concentrate.

Which ingredients in Summet Fruits are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Summet Fruits as ultra-processed markers: sodium citrate, flavourings, sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame k), color (anthocyanins). 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.