Passionfruit Tea Supplement

Barcode 5060604760729

Yes — Passionfruit Tea Supplement is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), microcrystalline cellulose (a refined anti-caking/bulking agent), carob bean gum (a stabilizer/thickener), preservatives (potassium sorbate), and added natural aroma and colors, all of which are industrial additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

9 ultra-processed markers

OK

citric acid

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

sodium bicarbonate

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

magnesium citrate

A magnesium salt of citric acid used as a dietary supplement for magnesium supplementation and stool softening in some formulations.
OK

ascorbic acid (vitamin c)

A nutrient and essential vitamin used to prevent scurvy and as an antioxidant in foods and supplements.
UPF

microcrystalline cellulose

A purified, derived cellulose used as a filler, texturizer, and anti-caking agent in foods and supplements.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
UPF

green tea extract

An extract from Camellia sinensis leaves, rich in catechins and caffeine, used as a flavoring or functional ingredient in foods and supplements.
UPF

carob bean gum

A natural thickening agent derived from the seeds of the carob tree (Ceratonia siliqua); used to improve texture and stabilize emulsions.
UPF

natural color (beetroot)

A natural colorant derived from beetroot used to impart red/purple hues in foods.
UPF

passionfruit extract

A flavoring extract derived from passionfruit used to impart fruity aroma and taste.
OK

sodium chloride

Common table salt; basic culinary ingredient and essential mineral used for flavor and preservation.
OK

potassium

Important mineral involved in fluid balance and nerve function, frequently added to foods as a fortifying nutrient.
UPF

aroma (natural origin)

A natural-origin flavor or aroma used to impart fragrance or taste in foods.
UPF

preservatives (potassium sorbate)

A chemical preservative used to inhibit microbial growth and extend shelf-life in foods.
UPF

color (alderberry)

A colorant derived from alderberry or using alderberry-derived pigments to color foods.

Common questions about Passionfruit Tea Supplement

Is Passionfruit Tea Supplement ultra-processed?

Yes — Passionfruit Tea Supplement is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), microcrystalline cellulose (a refined anti-caking/bulking agent), carob bean gum (a stabilizer/thickener), preservatives (potassium sorbate), and added natural aroma and colors, all of which are industrial additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Passionfruit Tea Supplement are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 9 ingredients in Passionfruit Tea Supplement as ultra-processed markers: microcrystalline cellulose, maltodextrin, green tea extract, carob bean gum, natural color (beetroot), passionfruit extract, aroma (natural origin), preservatives (potassium sorbate), color (alderberry). 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.