WIld Cherry Flavour Chewing Gum

Barcode 5397314178460

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Yes — WIld Cherry Flavour Chewing Gum is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and formulations, including gum base, flavouring, emulsifier (soy lecithin E322), glazing agent (E903), synthetic sweeteners (aspartame E951, acesulfame K E950, sucralose E955, etc.), antioxidant (E32* likely mis-typed), and stabiliser (E414). Gum base and flavouring are pre-identified UPF ingredients. These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

UPF

sweeteners e4 e emulsifier (soy lecithin e322)

A blend containing sweeteners and an emulsifier (soy lecithin, E322).
UPF

glazing agent (e903)

Glazing agent using E903 (a wax-based food additive; often beeswax or carnauba wax).
UPF

antioxidant (e32)

An antioxidant additive labeled E32 (food additive).
UPF

gum base

A non-edible binder used in chewing gums; not a food ingredient by itself when used for chewing gum, though edible gum bases exist in some products.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

gum arabic stabiliser (e414)

Stabiliser additive gum arabic used to thicken or stabilize food.

Common questions about WIld Cherry Flavour Chewing Gum

Is WIld Cherry Flavour Chewing Gum ultra-processed?

Yes — WIld Cherry Flavour Chewing Gum is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and formulations, including gum base, flavouring, emulsifier (soy lecithin E322), glazing agent (E903), synthetic sweeteners (aspartame E951, acesulfame K E950, sucralose E955, etc.), antioxidant (E32* likely mis-typed), and stabiliser (E414). Gum base and flavouring are pre-identified UPF ingredients. These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in WIld Cherry Flavour Chewing Gum are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in WIld Cherry Flavour Chewing Gum as ultra-processed markers: sweeteners e4 e emulsifier (soy lecithin e322), glazing agent (e903), antioxidant (e32), gum base, flavouring. 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.