Carex, Coca-Cola

coca cola zero sugar

Barcode 5449000239662

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — coca cola zero sugar is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame K), a colouring agent (caramel E150d), and acidity regulators/flavourings (phosphoric acid, sodium citrate, natural flavourings). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 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 food-grade caramel color produced by heat-treatment of sugar with acids or alkalis; used as a color additive.
UPF

phosphoric acid

A clear, colorless inorganic acid used as a food acidity regulator and flavor enhancer in beverages; common in cola formulations.
UPF

artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame k)

A blend of synthetic sweeteners used as sugar substitutes in beverages and foods; contains aspartame and acesulfame K.
OK

natural flavourings including caffeine
OK

p
OK

sa acidity regulator (sodium citrate)
OK

- contains a source of phenylalanine
OK

best before end: see side of cap or bottle *re neck for date
OK

store cool and dry
OK

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Common questions about coca cola zero sugar

Is coca cola zero sugar ultra-processed?

Yes — coca cola zero sugar by Carex, Coca-Cola is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame K), a colouring agent (caramel E150d), and acidity regulators/flavourings (phosphoric acid, sodium citrate, natural flavourings). These ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in coca cola zero sugar are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in coca cola zero sugar as ultra-processed markers: caramel color (e150d), phosphoric acid, artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame k). 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.