Coca-Cola

Coke Zero can

Barcode 5449000131805

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Yes — Coke Zero can is ultra-processed.

The drink contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including caramel colour (E150d), artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame-K, enzymatically produced steviol glycosides), natural flavourings, and an acidity regulator (sodium citrates). These industrial formulations and additives place it in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

carbonated water

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

caramel color (e150d)

A synthetic or plant-derived food coloring made by heating sugars with acids or alkalis; used to impart brown color.
UPF

acid (phosphoric acid) with sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame-k, enzymatically produced steviol glycosides)

A combined ingredient listing including phosphoric acid (acid), artificial sweeteners aspartame and acesulfame-K, and steviol glycosides produced enzymatically. These components are used as acidity regulator and sweeteners/flavor enhancers in beverages and foods.
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
UPF

caffeine flavoring

Caffeine is a stimulant; when labeled as a flavoring, it implies addition of caffeine with flavoring agents. Depending on formulation, this can be a standard ingredient in beverages. Flavorings can be artificial or natural.
UPF

sodium citrate

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

phenylalanine

An essential amino acid used as a nutritional supplement or as an additive source of phenylalanine in some foods.

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Common questions about Coke Zero can

Is Coke Zero can ultra-processed?

Yes — Coke Zero can by Coca-Cola is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The drink contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including caramel colour (E150d), artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame-K, enzymatically produced steviol glycosides), natural flavourings, and an acidity regulator (sodium citrates). These industrial formulations and additives place it in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in Coke Zero can are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Coke Zero can as ultra-processed markers: caramel color (e150d), acid (phosphoric acid) with sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame-k, enzymatically produced steviol glycosides), natural flavourings, caffeine flavoring, 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.