Why is Tomatenketchup classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is considered ultra‑processed because the recipe combines processed tomato concentrate with added sugar, distilled vinegar, salt and a blend of spices, all of which are ingredients that are not used in a minimally‑processed home kitchen and are typical of NOVA 4 foods.

How does the sugar and salt content in this ketchup affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 18 g of sugar per 100 ml can cause rapid spikes in blood glucose, making it unsuitable for strict diabetic control, while the 1.67 g of salt contributes significantly to daily sodium intake and may exacerbate hypertension if consumed in large amounts.

Is this ketchup compatible with vegan, keto, halal or gluten‑free diets?

The product contains only plant‑based ingredients, so it is likely vegan and gluten‑free, but the sugar may be processed with non‑vegan agents and the vinegar’s source is not specified, making vegan certification uncertain; the high carbohydrate content (19 g per 100 ml) rules it out for keto, and halal status cannot be confirmed without additional information.

Penny, Würz & Co (Penny) • 500ml

Tomatenketchup

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Tomatenketchup is a tomato‑based condiment that belongs to the Fat and sauces (Dressings and sauces) groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as an ultra‑processed product (NOVA 4) due to the presence of added sugar, distilled vinegar, salt and spices. While it provides a modest amount of fiber and protein and very low fat, its sugar (18 g) and salt (1.67 g) levels per 100 ml are relatively high, making it a less healthy choice for low‑sugar or low‑sodium diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

high

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal92 kcal

Fat0.3 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates19 g

Sugars18 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment in its category, this ketchup contains markedly more sugar (18 g vs 10.95 g per 100 g) while its fat (0.3 g) and salt (1.67 g) are well below the category averages of 12.01 g and 5.02 g respectively.

Ingredients

TOMATEN-KETCHUP Zutaten: Tomatenmark einfach konzentriert 64%, Branntweinessig, Zucker, Speisesalz, Gewürze, Trocken lagern. Ver Wärme und Licht schützen. Ver dem ersten Öffnen Durchschnittliche Frischesiegel entfernen. Nährwerte pro 100 ml Ver Gebrauch schütteln. Energie Kühlschrank aufbewahren, davon gesättigte 389 kJ/

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