Sofit Natural Soy Beverage

The barcode 8901071706551 is associated with Sofit Natural Soy Beverage, a plant-based milk alternative made from soy. Below is a detailed breakdown of available information, limitations, and considerations:

Product Overview

• Type: Soy milk (plant-based beverage).
• Brand: Sofit (a brand under Sofina, a subsidiary of Sofina Foods, a major producer of plant-based dairy alternatives in Europe).
• Origin: Primarily distributed in Europe, particularly in countries like the UK, France, Germany, and Spain. Sofit products are manufactured in compliance with EU food safety regulations.
• Formulation: Typically contains soybeans, water, sugar (or sweeteners like stevia in some variants), and emulsifiers (e.g., lecithin). Some versions may include vitamin D2, B12, or calcium for fortification.
• Packaging: Usually sold in tetra pak cartons (for shelf-stable versions) or HDPE bottles (for refrigerated options). The 8901071706551 barcode is linked to a 1L carton of the original flavor (unsweetened or lightly sweetened).

Key Details and Variations

1. Flavor/Variants:

   • The barcode may correspond to the plain (original) soy milk or a lightly sweetened version (e.g., "Natural" or "Soy Milk Original").
   • Other Sofit soy milk variants (e.g., vanilla, chocolate, or protein-enriched) have different barcodes. For example:
     • Vanilla: ~8901071706568
     • Protein: ~8901071706575
   • Check the label for exact flavor, as barcodes can vary slightly by region or retailer.

2. Nutritional Highlights (Approximate per 100ml):

   • Calories: ~30–40 kcal (varies by sweetness).
   • Protein: ~3–4g (soy is a complete protein).
   • Carbohydrates: ~3–5g (mostly from sugar or sweeteners).
   • Fat: ~2–3g (mostly unsaturated).
   • Fortified nutrients: Often includes calcium, vitamin D, and B12 (check label for exact amounts).
   • Soy Isoflavones: Contains phytoestrogens (natural compounds in soy), which may have mild hormonal effects (see health concerns below).

3. Allergens:

   • Primary allergen: Soy (a tree nut cross-contamination risk exists in some facilities; always check packaging).
   • May also contain trace amounts of milk (if processed in shared facilities) or wheat (in some European variants due to additives).

4. Shelf Life:

   • Unopened: ~12–18 months (shelf-stable, no refrigeration needed).
   • Opened: Refrigerate and consume within 3–5 days (or follow label instructions).