Mango Drink

Barcode 5063089595633

Yes — Mango Drink is ultra-processed.

This mango drink includes several ultra-processed components: flavourings (industrial flavor additives), a sweetener (an added non-sugar sweetening agent), and a stabiliser (pectin) used as a texturizing additive. The presence of these extracted and industrially formulated additives classifies the beverage as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

mango purée from concentrate (10%)
OK

mango purée

A fruit puree made from mangos, used to impart tropical fruit flavor and sweetness. Typically a minimally processed fruit product.
OK

citric acid

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

pectin

Pectin is a natural polysaccharide extracted from plant cell walls, commonly used as a gelling agent, stabiliser, and thickener in foods such as jams, jellies, and confectionery.
OK

vitamin c (ascorbic acid)

A water-soluble essential nutrient and antioxidant used as a dietary supplement and food additive.
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.
UPF

sweetener

A generic category for substances used to sweeten foods and drinks, including artificial and natural sweeteners; commonly used as an additive in processed foods and beverages.

Common questions about Mango Drink

Is Mango Drink ultra-processed?

Yes — Mango Drink is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This mango drink includes several ultra-processed components: flavourings (industrial flavor additives), a sweetener (an added non-sugar sweetening agent), and a stabiliser (pectin) used as a texturizing additive. The presence of these extracted and industrially formulated additives classifies the beverage as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Mango Drink are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Mango Drink as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, sweetener. 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.