Tonic

Watermelon

Barcode 5449000029645

Yes — Watermelon is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including natural flavourings (industrial flavour formulations), potassium sorbate (a chemical preservative), and sodium citrates (an acidity regulator). These additives and industrial formulations classify the product as ultra-processed, even though it also contains basic ingredients like carbonated water and sugar.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated water

A basic beverage ingredient consisting of dissolved CO2 in water, providing fizz without flavor additives.
OK

sugar

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

acids (citric acid, malic acid)

A mixture of edible organic acids used to provide sourness and to adjust acidity (citric acid and malic acid).
OK

natural watermelon and melon flavourings with other natural flavourings
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
UPF

sodium citrate

A basic acidity regulator used to adjust pH and act as an emulsifier or buffering agent in foods.
OK

vegetable and plant concentrates (carrot)
OK

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Common questions about Watermelon

Is Watermelon ultra-processed?

Yes — Watermelon by Tonic is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including natural flavourings (industrial flavour formulations), potassium sorbate (a chemical preservative), and sodium citrates (an acidity regulator). These additives and industrial formulations classify the product as ultra-processed, even though it also contains basic ingredients like carbonated water and sugar.

Which ingredients in Watermelon are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Watermelon as ultra-processed markers: potassium sorbate, 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?

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.