Maynards

wine gums

Barcode 7622210575012

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — wine gums is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. In particular, glucose syrup is an industrially refined sugar, and flavourings are extracted/synthesized additives; both are clear markers of ultra-processed foods under NOVA. The presence of glazing agent (carnauba wax) and added colouring compounds also supports this classification.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
OK

sugar

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

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

gelatin

A protein derived from animal collagen used as a gelling agent in desserts and pastes.
OK

acids (r acid, acetic acid, citric acid)
OK

colours (anthocyanins, vegetable carbon, paprika extract, lutein, curcumin)
OK

coc oil
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
UPF

glazing agent (carnauba wax)

Edible wax coating derived from carnauba palm used as a glazing agent on candies and confectionery to give a shiny finish.

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Common questions about wine gums

Is wine gums ultra-processed?

Yes — wine gums by Maynards is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives. In particular, glucose syrup is an industrially refined sugar, and flavourings are extracted/synthesized additives; both are clear markers of ultra-processed foods under NOVA. The presence of glazing agent (carnauba wax) and added colouring compounds also supports this classification.

Which ingredients in wine gums are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in wine gums as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, flavourings, glazing agent (carnauba wax). 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.