Alpro

Alpro Vanilla

Barcode 5411188300243

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Yes — Alpro Vanilla is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations such as unspecified flavourings, an acidity regulator (potassium phosphates), and a stabiliser (gellan gum), which fall under NOVA ultra-processed criteria.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

(water)
OK

hulled soya beans (7.8%)
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

calcium [cal - cium carbonate
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.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

acidity regulator (po - tassium phosphates)
UPF

carrot extract

Extract derived from carrots, used for flavor or color. A highly processed extract.
OK

stabiliser (gellan gum). vitamins (b2, b12)
OK

vitamin d2 (ergocalciferol)

Fat-soluble vitamin used for fortification and as a dietary supplement.

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Common questions about Alpro Vanilla

Is Alpro Vanilla ultra-processed?

Yes — Alpro Vanilla by Alpro is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations such as unspecified flavourings, an acidity regulator (potassium phosphates), and a stabiliser (gellan gum), which fall under NOVA ultra-processed criteria.

Which ingredients in Alpro Vanilla are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Alpro Vanilla as ultra-processed markers: flavourings, carrot extract. 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.