Calve Ketchup -50% Sugar Top Down 268g product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Calve Ketchup -50% Sugar Top Down 268g Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Calve

Calve Ketchup -50% Sugar Top Down 268g is one of the sauce condiment products analyzed by Zerotox for Calve. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Steviol Glycosides affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes tomato, vinegar, and sugar, but also contains a sweetener (steviol glycosides) and salt, indicating a processed product with mixed quality concerns.

Main concern

Sugar is present, raising concerns about sweetness and processing.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Tomato is the primary ingredient, providing a natural base and flavor.
  • Vinegar adds acidity and acts as a preservative, enhancing shelf life.
  • Lemon juice concentrate contributes to flavor and acidity.
  • Contains spices for flavor enhancement, adding complexity.

Concerns

  • Sugar is present, raising concerns about sweetness and processing.
  • Steviol glycosides are a synthetic sweetener, which may raise quality concerns.
  • Salt is included, which can contribute to dietary sodium intake.
  • Yeast extract may indicate processing and potential flavor enhancement.

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this sauce condiment.

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 4201598

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Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

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Frequently asked questions

Calve — Calve Ketchup -50% Sugar Top Down 268g has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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The composition includes tomato, vinegar, and sugar, but also contains a sweetener (steviol glycosides) and salt, indicating a processed product with mixed quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Sugar is present, raising concerns about sweetness and processing.; Steviol glycosides are a synthetic sweetener, which may raise quality concerns.; Salt is included, which can contribute to dietary sodium intake.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Calve — Calve Ketchup -50% Sugar Top Down 268g has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Calve products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Tomato is the primary ingredient, providing a natural base and flavor.; Vinegar adds acidity and acts as a preservative, enhancing shelf life.; Lemon juice concentrate contributes to flavor and acidity.. See the Pros section above.
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Calve — Calve Ketchup -50% Sugar Top Down 268g has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among sauce condiment products. See the full breakdown above.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: tomato, vinegar, lemon juice concentrate. See the Ingredients section above.

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