Yulu Milk Tea Instant Kit

Why this score

• Capped: contains Artificial Flavorsynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Capped: contains Hydrogenated Palm Kernel OilFDA: artificial trans fat banned
• Capped: contains Acesulfame PotassiumNutri-Score 2023: component of concern
• Capped: contains Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 1FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugar, saturated fatFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar, saturated fat (−1.0).

Ingredients (34)

• 3Brown SugarMinimally processed sugar with trace minerals; still high calorie
• 10WaterEssential, natural, fundamental to all life
• 3SugarHigh concentration; no nutritional value beyond calories.
• 6Tapioca StarchRefined carbohydrate; minimal nutritional value, used for texture.
• 5Modified food starchChemically modified thickener; processed, minimal nutrition.
• 6Distarch PhosphateModified starch; thickener/absorbent; safe in cosmetics.
• 7GlycerinNatural humectant, widely used for skin hydration in cosmetics.
• 3Caramel ColorColoring agent; class IV caramel may contain 4-MEI; safety unclear.
• 4Artificial FlavorSynthetic flavoring compounds; no nutritional value.
• 6Sodium Carboxymethyl CelluloseSynthetic thickener; generally recognized safe in normal amounts
• 7PectinNatural soluble fiber from fruit; beneficial for digestion.
• 6Glucono delta-lactoneAcidulant from glucose; safe but synthetic derivative.
• 6Xanthan gumCommon thickener; generally recognized safe in small amounts.
• 7Lactic acidNatural preservative and flavor from fermentation; safe.
• 8Taro PowderWhole food derivative; good source of fiber and minerals
• 4Non-Dairy CreamerHighly processed; lacks nutritional value of real cream
• 4Glucose SyrupHighly refined; rapid blood sugar spike, minimal nutrition
• 8Milk SolidsConcentrated dairy; good protein and calcium source
• 2Hydrogenated Palm Kernel OilArtificial trans fat; highly processed; linked to cardiovascular disease
• 8WheyHigh-quality protein; beneficial amino acid profile
• 6Sodium CaseinateMilk protein derivative; processed but nutritious food additive
• 6Dipotassium phosphateFood additive, provides potassium and phosphorus, generally safe
• 3Sodium TripolyphosphateFood additive; concerns about phosphate overload in modern diets.
• 6Silicon DioxideAnti-caking agent; safe, inert, used in small amounts.
• 5Mono DiglyceridesUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 5Sodium stearoyl lactylateDough conditioner; synthetic emulsifier, safe but industrial additive.
• 7beta-carotene coloringProvitamin A colorant; synthetic or extracted; generally safe, vitamin activity.
• 9Beet PowderWhole food concentrate; rich in antioxidants and nitrates
• 8Beet Juice ColorNatural food colorant; no artificial additives
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed starch derivative; high glycemic index, minimal nutrition.
• 7Citric acidNatural preservative from citrus, maintains tartness, safe antimicrobial agent.
• 3Acesulfame PotassiumArtificial sweetener; some studies suggest potential metabolic effects; limited long-term safety data.
• 1Red 40Synthetic azo dye; potential allergen and behavioral effects in children.
• 1Blue 1Synthetic triarylmethane dye; potential carcinogen concerns in animal studies.

Allergens

Contains: milk

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.