Don Simon

Mango & Passionfruit Juice

Barcode 8410261642383

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Yes — Mango & Passionfruit Juice is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product contains several ultra-processed components according to NOVA, including stabilisers (xanthan gum, carboxymethylcellulose, pectin), an acidity regulator (citric acid – pre-identified as UPF for this task), an artificial sweetener (sucralose – pre-identified as UPF), and flavourings (also pre-identified as UPF). These industrial additives and formulations classify the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

mango purée from concentrate 6
OK

5%
OK

passion fruit juice from concentrate 3
OK

sugar

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

stabiliser (xanthan gum, carboximetilcellulose and pectin)
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

ascorbic acid

Vitamin C; antioxidant used to prevent oxidation and preserve color and freshness in foods; a common food additive and nutrient.
UPF

sucralose

A synthetic, non-caloric sweetener used to provide sweetness without added sugar.
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.

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Common questions about Mango & Passionfruit Juice

Is Mango & Passionfruit Juice ultra-processed?

Yes — Mango & Passionfruit Juice by Don Simon is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product contains several ultra-processed components according to NOVA, including stabilisers (xanthan gum, carboxymethylcellulose, pectin), an acidity regulator (citric acid – pre-identified as UPF for this task), an artificial sweetener (sucralose – pre-identified as UPF), and flavourings (also pre-identified as UPF). These industrial additives and formulations classify the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Mango & Passionfruit Juice are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Mango & Passionfruit Juice as ultra-processed markers: sucralose, flavourings. 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.