Sparkle Cherry, Watermelon, Grape Candy Bars, Sparkle Cherry, Watermelon, Grape

Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?

In our analysis, Sparkle Cherry, Watermelon, Grape Candy Bars, Sparkle Cherry, Watermelon, Grape scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:

• Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
• Modified Fats (Hydrogenated Coconut Oil): Hydrogenation and modification are UPF markers.
• Artificial Colors (Blue 1, Red 40, Red 40 Lake, +2 more): Synthetic colors are definitive UPF markers.
• Stabilizers & Gums (Sodium Alginate): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
• Other Additives (Monoglycerides, Confectioner'S Glaze, Carnauba Wax): Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.

Within Candy, this product is more processed than about 32% of the 21,778 products we've analyzed.

Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.

What These Ingredients Tell Us

We group Sparkle Cherry, Watermelon, Grape Candy Bars, Sparkle Cherry, Watermelon, Grape's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.

Natural FlavorsUPF marker

In this product: Natural Flavors.

Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.

Food AcidsProcessing indicator

In this product: Less Than 2% Of Malic Acid.

Common in both traditional and industrial foods.

Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator

In this product: Sugar.

Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.

MineralsProcessing indicator

In this product: Calcium Acetate.

Added minerals often compensate for processing.