Ingredient

Tomato Concentrate Made From Red Ripe Tomatoes

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Tomato concentrate is used to add a rich tomato flavor and color to foods. …

What it is

Tomato concentrate is made from red ripe tomatoes that have been cooked, pureed, and then had most of the water removed. This process intensifies the tomato flavor and color. It is a concentrated form of tomato pulp and juice.

Why it's used

Tomato concentrate is used to add a rich tomato flavor and color to foods. It acts as a thickener and flavor enhancer. It is commonly found in ketchup, tomato paste, sauces, soups, and processed tomato products.

Health notes

Tomato concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of lycopene, an antioxidant. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated tomato products, but specific evaluations for 'tomato concentrate' as a distinct ingredient with numeric limits are not readily available. Typical consumption levels are not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Tomatoes are not among the FDA's 9 major food allergens. It does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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