Sprite, The Coca-Cola Company

Спрайт

Barcode 5449000014535

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Yes — Спрайт is ultra-processed.

This soft drink contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, aspartame, neohesperidin DC), a preservative (sodium benzoate), and flavourings (natural lemon and lime flavors). The presence of any such industrial additives is sufficient to classify it as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

sugar

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

carbonic acid
OK

acidifier: citric acid
OK

sweetener: acesulfame k
OK

aspartame and neohesperidin dc
UPF

sodium benzoate

A preservative (benzoate salt) used to inhibit the growth of spoilage organisms and extend shelf life in foods.
UPF

sodium citrate

Food additive used as an acidity regulator and sequestrant.
OK

natural lemon flavors and lime flavors

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Common questions about Спрайт

Is Спрайт ultra-processed?

Yes — Спрайт by Sprite, The Coca-Cola Company is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This soft drink contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including artificial sweeteners (acesulfame K, aspartame, neohesperidin DC), a preservative (sodium benzoate), and flavourings (natural lemon and lime flavors). The presence of any such industrial additives is sufficient to classify it as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Which ingredients in Спрайт are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Спрайт as ultra-processed markers: sodium benzoate, sodium citrate. 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.