Fruit Gummies

Barcode 8000500328972

Yes — Fruit Gummies is ultra-processed.

A highly processed sweet; best enjoyed occasionally.

This is a fruit-flavoured gummy confectionery product. It is ultra-processed because it contains maltodextrins, dextrose, flavourings, fructose, glazing agent (carnauba wax), and spirulina concentrate, which are industrially processed ingredients or additives under the NOVA classification. Gum arabic, acids, colours, and powdered fruit ingredients also contribute to its formulated confectionery character.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

maltodextrins

A white hygroscopic powder produced by partial hydrolysis of starch (usually corn, rice, or potato). It is used as a thickener, filler, and sweetener in foods; it is highly processed via industrial enzymatic hydrolysis.
OK

thickener (gum arabic)
OK

acids (tartaric, malic, citric)
OK

rice starch

Starch derived from rice used as a thickener or anti-caking agent in foods.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

anticaking agent (magnesium salts of fatty acids)
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.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

fructose

A simple sugar derived from fruit and honey; a monosaccharide commonly used as a sweetener.
OK

colours (beet red, curcumin, beta carotene)
OK

powdered passion fruit juice
OK

powdered strawberry
OK

powdered lime juice
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.
UPF

spirulina concentrate

Concentrated extract of spirulina algae, used as a source of protein and nutrients in fortified foods or supplements.

Common questions about Fruit Gummies

Is Fruit Gummies ultra-processed?

Yes — Fruit Gummies is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is a fruit-flavoured gummy confectionery product. It is ultra-processed because it contains maltodextrins, dextrose, flavourings, fructose, glazing agent (carnauba wax), and spirulina concentrate, which are industrially processed ingredients or additives under the NOVA classification. Gum arabic, acids, colours, and powdered fruit ingredients also contribute to its formulated confectionery character.

Which ingredients in Fruit Gummies are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Fruit Gummies as ultra-processed markers: maltodextrins, dextrose, flavourings, glazing agent (carnauba wax), spirulina concentrate. 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.