Pepsi

Soda Mix

Barcode 8719128117232

Scanned 27 times by Nomi users

Yes — Soda Mix is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients according to NOVA, including: artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), industrial color (ammonium sulfite caramel), acidity regulator (sodium citrate), preservatives (sodium benzoate), stabilizer (gum arabic), natural flavor, and added caffeine for flavor. These extracted, isolated and synthetic additives used to modify flavor, color, stability and shelf life classify the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

water

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

dye (ammonsulfite sugar caramel)
OK

acidifier (phosphoric acid, citric acid)
UPF

sodium citrate

Sodium citrate is a mineral salt used as an acidity regulator and buffering agent in foods and drinks.
OK

sweetener (sucralose, acesulfame k)
UPF

natural flavor

A flavoring agent derived from natural sources used to impart taste. It is an additive and may include extracts, concentrates, or essences from plants or animals.
OK

flavor caffeine
OK

stabilizer (rubber arabic)
OK

preservative (sodium benzoate)

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Common questions about Soda Mix

Is Soda Mix ultra-processed?

Yes — Soda Mix by Pepsi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed additives and industrial ingredients according to NOVA, including: artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), industrial color (ammonium sulfite caramel), acidity regulator (sodium citrate), preservatives (sodium benzoate), stabilizer (gum arabic), natural flavor, and added caffeine for flavor. These extracted, isolated and synthetic additives used to modify flavor, color, stability and shelf life classify the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Soda Mix are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Soda Mix as ultra-processed markers: sodium citrate, natural flavor. 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.