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Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G
Decode Label Safety Score
How we got 4.5 ShowHide
Scored as a condiment: nutrition is judged on what a 15 g serving delivers — a typical single use — not on the per-100g figures, which describe a quantity of this product nobody eats. The per-100g panel is still shown in full below.
Reviewed 5 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This tomato paste-based sauce offers a sweet and tangy flavor profile, but its high sugar content and the presence of multiple undisclosed additives are significant drawbacks. While it uses a non-nutritive sweetener (Steviol Glycoside) to manage overall sugar, the primary sugar source is still high in the ingredient list. The lack of specific identification for thickeners, acidity regulator, and preservative raises transparency concerns for consumers who wish to understand exactly what they are consuming. It is suitable for healthy adults in moderation, but those monitoring sugar intake or with sensitivities to food additives should exercise caution.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Tomato Paste
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
High in sugar; contains undisclosed additives and artificial sweetener
This sauce is high in sugar and contains several additives whose specific identities are not disclosed, such as thickeners, an acidity regulator, and a preservative. It also includes a non-nutritive sweetener. Consumers concerned about sugar intake or additive transparency should be aware.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for food. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Why the score is capped
Highly processed (NOVA) and high in sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
Highly processed (NOVA); contains artificial sweeteners
Rule F-CAP-09
Thickeners, acidity regulator, preservative not disclosed — 4 additive classes are named without saying which substances they are
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Contains 25% tomato paste, providing natural flavor and some nutrients.
Uses natural flavorings like garlic powder and onion powder.
Includes Steviol Glycoside (INS 960) as a non-caloric sweetener, which can help reduce overall sugar impact compared to products relying solely on sugar.
Watch out for
High sugar content, listed high in the ingredient order.
Multiple undisclosed additive categories ('Thickeners', 'Acidity Regulator', 'Preservative', 'Sweetener') reduce transparency.
Contains Sodium Benzoate (INS 211), a preservative with some associated concerns.
Ambiguous 'Spice & Condiments' and 'Mixed Spices' may contain allergens for sensitive individuals.
Decode Label Analysis
The product contains undisclosed 'Thickeners', 'Acidity Regulator', and 'Preservative'. This lack of transparency can be problematic for individuals with sensitivities or allergies to specific food additives.
Contains Sodium Benzoate (INS 211), a preservative that can be an irritant and has been linked to hyperactivity in children in combination with certain artificial colors (though none are listed here).
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The term 'Quality' is a subjective descriptor and cannot be verified from the provided label information.
The historical claim 'SINCE 1892' cannot be verified from the provided label information.
The term 'CLASSIC BLEND' is a descriptive marketing term that cannot be objectively verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The brand name 'Del Monte' is prominently displayed on the packaging.
The product is clearly identified as 'TOMATO KETCHUP' on the label.
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is not listed in the ingredients.
All listed ingredients are plant-based or synthetic, with no animal-derived components.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Water
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Tomato Paste 25%
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Sugar
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Iodized Salt
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Thickeners unnamed
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INS 1422
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INS 415
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Acidity Regulator unnamed
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INS 260
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Spice & Condiments unnamed
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Garlic PowderGarlic powder
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Onion PowderOnion powder
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Mixed Spices
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Preservative unnamed
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INS 211
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Spice Extract trace amount
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Sweetener unnamed
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Steviol Glycoside
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INS 960
Trace amounts: some named ingredients appear in token quantities or low in the list. At these concentrations a meaningful benefit is unlikely, and their front-of-pack prominence may not reflect their level in the formulation.
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✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
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| Energy | 109.8 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 27.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g |
| Added Sugars | 18.1 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 932.1 mg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), from the product's label. This is a condiment — used by the pinch or the spoonful, not eaten by the plate — so a red row here means the product is dense in that nutrient, not that a serving of it is. The score judges its nutrition on what a 15 g serving actually delivers.
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What are the ingredients in Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G?
The label of Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G lists 19 ingredients, in label order: Water, Tomato Paste, Sugar, Iodized Salt, Thickeners, INS 1422, INS 415, Acidity Regulator, INS 260, Spice & Condiments, Garlic powder, Onion powder, Mixed Spices, Preservative, INS 211, Spice Extract, Sweetener, Steviol Glycoside, INS 960. Flagged by the analysis: INS 211, Steviol Glycoside.
Is Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G safe to eat?
Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G scores 4.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This sauce is high in sugar and contains several additives whose specific identities are not disclosed, such as thickeners, an acidity regulator, and a preservative. It also includes a non-nutritive sweetener. Consumers concerned about sugar intake or additive transparency should be aware.
Why does Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G score 4.5/10?
Flagged in the score: Contains Sodium Benzoate (INS 211), a preservative with some associated concerns. Also noted: High sugar content, listed high in the ingredient order. Multiple undisclosed additive categories ('Thickeners', 'Acidity Regulator', 'Preservative', 'Sweetener') reduce transparency.
Who should avoid Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: High sugar intake concerns; Additive sensitivities.
How much sugar is in Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G?
18.4 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 18.1 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G high in salt?
Yes — 932 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 2.33 g of salt), above the 1.5 g of salt per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high.
Are the claims on the Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 7 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Quality" — can't be verified from the label. "SINCE 1892" — can't be verified from the label. "CLASSIC BLEND" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G vegetarian?
Del Monte Tomato Ketchup - Classic Blend, 850 G is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
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