Fruit Flavour Tablets

Barcode 5483401373006

Yes — Fruit Flavour Tablets is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it includes several industrial additives and formulations such as sorbitol, maltodextrin, high-intensity sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), unspecified flavouring, and preservatives. These ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate

Sodium hydrogen carbonate, also known as baking soda, is a common leavening agent used in baking. It reacts with acidic ingredients to produce carbon dioxide gas, which helps dough or batter rise.
UPF

sorbitol

A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant in foods, often in sugar-free products.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

inulin

A type of soluble fiber extracted from plants (often chicory). Used as a prebiotic and dietary fiber in foods.
UPF

sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose)

Artificial sweeteners including acesulfame K and sucralose used as sugar substitutes; categorized as food additives.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

acacia
OK

beetroot red
OK

riboflavin (vitamin b2)

An essential B vitamin used as a dietary supplement or fortification ingredient to support energy metabolism and cellular function.
OK

sucrose

Common table sugar; a basic single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

glucose

A simple monosaccharide (basic sugar) commonly used as a sweetener and energy source in foods.
OK

fumaric acid
UPF

preservatives

Substances added to foods to prevent spoilage and extend shelf life; can be natural or synthetic.

Common questions about Fruit Flavour Tablets

Is Fruit Flavour Tablets ultra-processed?

Yes — Fruit Flavour Tablets is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed because it includes several industrial additives and formulations such as sorbitol, maltodextrin, high-intensity sweeteners (acesulfame K, sucralose), unspecified flavouring, and preservatives. These ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Fruit Flavour Tablets are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Fruit Flavour Tablets as ultra-processed markers: sorbitol, maltodextrin, sweeteners (acesulfame k, sucralose), flavouring, preservatives. 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.