Breath Freshener

Barcode 5060054650045

Yes — Breath Freshener is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list includes several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients according to NOVA. Specifically: aroma (industrial flavouring), PEG-60 hydrogenated castor oil (hydrogenated, chemically modified emulsifier), sodium benzoate (preservative), sodium citrate (acidity regulator), trisodium phosphate (processing aid), and polystyrene (synthetic polymer). The presence of these formulations and additives makes the product ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

polystyrene 20
OK

peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil
OK

glycerin

A simple polyol compound used as humectant and moisturizer in cosmetics; derived from fermentation or vegetable oils; commonly used in foods as glycerin too but in cosmetics considered a cosmetic ingredient.
UPF

flavoring

Flavoring agent used to impart aroma or taste; can be natural or artificial.
OK

menthol
UPF

sodium benzoate

A widely used preservative that inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and fungi in various foods and beverages.
OK

sodium chlorite
UPF

sodium citrate

A salt of citric acid used as acidity regulator, buffering agent, or emulsifier in processed foods and beverages.
OK

sodium bicarbonate

Baking soda; a basic leavening agent used in baking and cooking.
OK

trisodium phosphate
UPF

limonene

A natural citrus terpenoid commonly used as a flavoring/aroma in foods and fragrances.

Common questions about Breath Freshener

Is Breath Freshener ultra-processed?

Yes — Breath Freshener is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list includes several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients according to NOVA. Specifically: aroma (industrial flavouring), PEG-60 hydrogenated castor oil (hydrogenated, chemically modified emulsifier), sodium benzoate (preservative), sodium citrate (acidity regulator), trisodium phosphate (processing aid), and polystyrene (synthetic polymer). The presence of these formulations and additives makes the product ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Breath Freshener are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Breath Freshener as ultra-processed markers: flavoring, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, limonene. 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.