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Barbeque Sauce
Ingredient score
8/10
1 ingredient worth a closer look
Worth a closer look
Caramel colorLimited concern
Some types contain 4-MEI, a possible carcinogen in animal studies; FDA sees no short-term risk at food levels.
Worth knowing; no urgent action implied.
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Ingredients
WaterTomato pasteHigh fructose corn syrupSugarWorcestershire sauceVinegarMolassesCorn syrupWaterSaltCaramel colorGarlic powderSugarSpicesTamarindNatural flavorSulfiting agentVinegarSaltMolassesSpiceModified corn starchCitric acidLemon juiceFrom concentrateDried garlicSodium benzoateTo preserve freshnessDried onion
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Open Food Facts record · updated Oct 14, 2025 · US · 33 g
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