Fruit Strings

Barcode 5060036011512

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Yes — Fruit Strings is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains glucose syrup, an industrially processed refined sugar; natural flavouring, an extracted flavour additive; black carrot juice concentrate, an industrially concentrated extract; and glazing agent (carnauba wax), an industrial glazing additive. These ingredients are characteristic of industrial formulations under the NOVA classification. Dextrine is also an industrially processed carbohydrate.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

fruit juice from concentrate (24% juice; 21% apple)

A beverage ingredient consisting of fruit juices that have been concentrated and later diluted; contains 24% total juice with 21% apple juice. Generally used as a sweet, fruity base in drinks.
OK

orange juice

Orange juice used as a beverage ingredient; the 1.5% likely indicates its proportion in the final product.
OK

strawberry juice

Strawberry juice used as a beverage ingredient; the 1.5% indicates its proportion in the final product.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

sugar

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

dextrin

A carbohydrate derived from starch by partial hydrolysis, used as a thickener, texturizer or binder in foods.
OK

beef gelatin

Animal-derived gelling agent from bovine collagen, used to set jellies, gummies, and desserts.
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
UPF

black carrot juice concentrate

Concentrated juice derived from black carrots, a pigmented variety of carrot (Daucus carota) rich in anthocyanins, typically used for flavoring and color.
OK

coconut oil

Oil pressed from mature coconuts, used for cooking and baking.
UPF

glazing agent (carnauba wax)

Edible wax coating derived from carnauba palm used as a glazing agent on candies and confectionery to give a shiny finish.

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Common questions about Fruit Strings

Is Fruit Strings ultra-processed?

Yes — Fruit Strings is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains glucose syrup, an industrially processed refined sugar; natural flavouring, an extracted flavour additive; black carrot juice concentrate, an industrially concentrated extract; and glazing agent (carnauba wax), an industrial glazing additive. These ingredients are characteristic of industrial formulations under the NOVA classification. Dextrine is also an industrially processed carbohydrate.

Which ingredients in Fruit Strings are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Fruit Strings as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, dextrin, natural flavouring, black carrot juice concentrate, glazing agent (carnauba wax). 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.