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Ketchup is a tomato-based condiment, and the recipe decides how much sugar, salt and vinegar ends up in each spoonful. This guide covers how organic ketchups differ, what to read on the label, and compares five organic ketchups by size, sweetener and certification. For another pantry staple, see our guide to organic pasta.Disclaimer: This article is general information, not medical or nutrition advice. If you have a food allergy, a medical condition or a sodium or sugar restriction, talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet.
Key Specs Compared
Numbers match the reviews below (tap to jump).
| # | Form | Size | Stated certifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Classic | 24 Ounce (Pack of 3) | USDA Organic |
| 2 | Classic | 560 g (19.8 oz) | Certified organic ingredients (not USDA) |
| 3 | Not stated | 16 Ounce | USDA Organic |
| 4 | Unsweetened | 11.3 Ounce (Pack of 2) | Non-GMO Project Verified |
| 5 | Spicy | 14 Ounce | USDA Organic, Non-GMO |
– = not stated on the Amazon listing · Specs and certifications as stated by the listing, not tested or verified by us; check the listing before you buy
Ketchup label basics
- Check the Nutrition Facts label for added sugars, sodium and saturated fat. A %DV of 5% or less per serving is low, and 20% or more is high.[1]
- The Daily Value for added sugars is 50 grams a day, so the grams in one tablespoon add up quickly if you use ketchup freely.[4]
- Look for the USDA Organic seal if you want organic ketchup. Products labeled organic must be overseen by a USDA-authorized certifying agent.[2]
- Check the allergen statement if you have food allergies. Allergen labeling is required for the major food allergens.[3]
Types of Ketchup
- Classic Sweetened – Tomato, vinegar and a sweetener. Trader Joe’s, Biona and Red Duck use organic cane sugar.
- Unsweetened – Primal Kitchen’s ketchup has no cane sugar or corn syrup, and gets its tang from organic balsamic vinegar.
- Spicy – Red Duck’s spicy ketchup adds a spice blend and cocoa powder to the tomato base.
- Imported – Biona is made in the UK and sold in grams. Its ingredients are certified organic, but the bottle does not carry the USDA Organic seal.
What to Check on a Ketchup Label
- Added Sugar – Compare grams of added sugars per tablespoon. Ketchups sweetened with cane sugar usually have several grams, and unsweetened ones have none.[4]
- Sodium – Check the %DV for sodium, since salt is a main ingredient in most ketchups.[1]
- Ingredient Order – Ingredients appear in order by weight, so tomato should come first. Water, vinegar and sugar follow in most recipes.[1]
- Organic Seal – Organic certification covers how ingredients are grown and processed, not sugar or sodium content.[2]
What the Research Says
The FDA’s guide to the Nutrition Facts label explains %DV, where 5% or less is low and 20% or more is high.[1] The FDA sets the Daily Value for added sugars at 50 grams a day for a 2,000-calorie diet.[4] Organic labels follow USDA rules and require oversight by a certifying agent.[2] U.S. labels must name the major food allergens in plain language.[3]How We Chose These Products
We do not test products. We compare product details: organic certification, ingredients, sweetener, size and availability.[2] Products that are out of stock stay as they are. Brands don’t pay to be included, though we may earn a commission from purchases.Our Organic Ketchup Picks
These organic ketchups range from 11.3 oz bottles to a 72 oz three-pack. With every purchase through the links on this page, we may earn a commission, at no extra cost to you.1
Trader Joe's® Organic Ketchup Organic ketchup, three 24oz bottles
- Trader Joe’s Organic Ketchup comes as three 24 oz bottles, 72 oz in all.
- It is USDA Organic.
- The ingredients are organic tomato puree, organic cane sugar, organic distilled white vinegar, salt, organic onion powder and organic spices.
- It is a classic sweetened ketchup, so check the label for added sugar per tablespoon.
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Biona® Squeezy Tomato Ketchup Organic classic tomato ketchup, 560g bottle
- Biona Organic Squeezy Tomato Ketchup comes in a 560 g (about 19.8 oz) squeezy bottle.
- It is made in the UK with 70% organic tomato puree, raw cane sugar, vinegar, salt and spices, and all but the salt are certified organic ingredients.
- It has 20.6 g of sugars per 100 g, and it contains salt.
- The bottle is BPA free.
- It does not carry the USDA Organic seal.
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Traina® Sun Dried Ketchup Organic sun-dried tomato ketchup, 16oz bottle
- You get 16 oz of organic sun-dried tomato ketchup.
- It carries USDA Organic labeling.
- Key ingredients: tomatoes.
- A product of USA.
- The package measures 3.2 x 1.5 x 8.5 inches and weighs 1 pound.
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Primal Kitchen® Unsweetened Ketchup Organic ketchup with no added sugar
- Primal Kitchen Organic Unsweetened Ketchup comes as two 11.3 oz bottles.
- The ingredients are organic tomato concentrate, organic white balsamic vinegar, sea salt, organic garlic powder, organic onion powder and organic spices.
- It has no cane sugar or corn syrup, and no added sugar.
- It is Non-GMO Project Verified and Whole30 Approved.
- The tomatoes are grown in California.
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Red Duck® Spicy Organic Ketchup Spicy vegan organic ketchup, 14oz bottle
- Red Duck Spicy Organic Ketchup comes in a 14 oz bottle.
- It is USDA Organic and made with non-GMO ingredients.
- It is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and grain-free, with no artificial colors or preservatives.
- The recipe uses organic tomato paste, organic cane sugar and a spice blend with organic cocoa powder.
- Red Duck makes it in Portland, Oregon.
Index Table: Top-Rated Organic Ketchups
| No. | Product | Image | Features | Brand |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trader Joe's Organic Ketchup - Organic ketchup, three 24oz bottles |  |
| Trader Joe's |
| 2 | Biona Squeezy Tomato Ketchup - Organic classic tomato ketchup, 560g bottle |  |
| Biona |
| 3 | Traina Sun Dried Ketchup - Organic sun-dried tomato ketchup, 16oz bottle |  |
| Traina |
| 4 | Primal Kitchen Unsweetened Ketchup - Organic ketchup with no added sugar |  |
| Primal Kitchen |
| 5 | Red Duck Spicy Organic Ketchup - Spicy vegan organic ketchup, 14oz bottle |  |
| Red Duck |
Sources
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration. How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label. Accessed October 25, 2026.
- USDA Agricultural Marketing Service. Organic Labeling Standards. Accessed October 25, 2026.
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Food Allergies: What You Need to Know. Accessed October 25, 2026.
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Added Sugars on the Nutrition Facts Label. Accessed October 25, 2026.
Update History
- Oct 2026: Rewrote the guide text and product notes, removed the unsupported claims about salt, flavors and organic nutrition, added ketchup types and label basics, corrected the Biona and Primal Kitchen details, set the Key Specs to type, size and certification, and replaced the sources (FDA, USDA AMS)
- Mar 2021: First published
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