Ingredient

Water Organic Tomato Paste

Auto-generated content. This description was generated automatically and is pending editorial review. Inaccuracies are possible. Found a mistake? Contact us.

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

What it is

Tomato paste is a concentrated form of tomatoes, made by cooking tomatoes down to remove water and then pureeing them. The 'organic' designation means the tomatoes were grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, and 'water' indicates it's been diluted to a specific consistency.

Why it's used

Tomato paste is used to add a concentrated tomato flavor and color to foods. It also acts as a thickener in sauces, soups, and stews. It is commonly found in pasta sauces, pizza sauces, ketchup, and canned soups.

Health notes

Tomato paste is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of nutrients like vitamin C and lycopene. Lycopene is an antioxidant that has been studied for its potential health benefits, though research is ongoing. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated tomato products, and EFSA has reviewed lycopene. Typical dietary intake is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Tomatoes are botanically fruits and are not among the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. Gluten is not present.

Products containing Water Organic Tomato Paste

Compare products →

Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.