Is Tomato Ketchup Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Aldi
This page reviews Tomato Ketchup by Aldi as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes sugar and flavorings, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of beetroot extract powder and garlic powder adds some natural elements but does not offset the overall rating.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and flavorings, which are processed ingredients that raise quality concerns. The presence of beetroot extract powder and garlic powder adds some natural elements but does not offset the overall rating.
Main concern
Sugar is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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
- Contains tomato, which is a natural ingredient providing flavor and color.
- Beetroot extract powder adds a natural colorant, enhancing visual appeal.
- Garlic powder contributes to flavor, offering a familiar taste in condiments.
Concerns
- Sugar is a refined ingredient that raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Flavorings may include artificial components, which can detract from natural quality.
- Spirit vinegar is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.
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Is Tomato safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomato is used here as base. Tomato is the primary ingredient, providing natural flavor and color. Its presence supports the overall quality of the ketchup.
Role in formula: base
Original: tomato
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, but its refined nature raises concerns about health implications in high quantities.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Spirit Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Spirit Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Spirit vinegar is used for acidity and preservation, but it is a processed ingredient that may not be preferred by all consumers.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: spirit vinegar
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as base. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, contributing positively to the product's safety and taste.
Role in formula: base
Original: salt
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Is Beetroot Extract Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Beetroot Extract Powder is used here as colorant. Beetroot extract powder is a natural colorant that enhances the visual appeal of the ketchup without synthetic additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: beetroot extract powder
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Is Flavourings safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Flavourings is used here as flavor. Flavourings are included to enhance taste but may contain artificial components, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: flavourings (contains celery)
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Is Spice safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spice is used here as flavor. Spices contribute to the overall flavor profile, adding complexity and depth to the ketchup's taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: spice
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder is a natural ingredient that enhances flavor, providing a familiar taste in ketchup.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic powder
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: 3865206
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Allergens detected: celery
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