Is Dash Ultra-Processed (UPF)?

Dash

Barcode 5060489730732

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Yes — Dash is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial flavourings (natural flavourings / natuurlijke aroma's / arômes naturels), which are industrial formulations used to add or intensify flavour and fall under NOVA group 4.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated spring water

Water from a natural spring that has been infused with carbon dioxide to create fizz.
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
OK

grapefruit extract
OK

acid; citric acid. nl. koolzuurhoudend bronwater met natuurlijke aroma's en grapefruit extract. ingrediënten: koolzuurhoudend bronwater
OK

natural flavors

Flavor compounds derived from natural sources used to impart taste.
OK

zuurteregelaar; citroenzuur. ten minste houdbaar tot: zie bodem. fr. eau de source gazéifiée aux arômes naturels et extraits de pamplemousse. ingrédients: eau de source gazéifiée
UPF

natural flavors

Concentrated extract or essence used to impart flavor, derived from natural sources such as plants or animals, without synthetic additives in the final flavoring.
OK

extraits de pamplemousse
OK

correcteur d'acidité: acide citrique. a consommer de préférence avant le: voir en dessous de la canette

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Common questions about Dash

Is Dash ultra-processed?

Yes — Dash by Dash is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial flavourings (natural flavourings / natuurlijke aroma's / arômes naturels), which are industrial formulations used to add or intensify flavour and fall under NOVA group 4.

Which ingredients in Dash are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Dash as ultra-processed markers: natural flavourings, natural flavors. 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.