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Ketchup
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Ketchup
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Sugars | 27.5 g |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin C | 2 mg |
Not a common allergen. It is not on the UK list of 14 foods that must be declared on labels.
How to serve Ketchup to babies
6–8 months
Not at this age
Do not add ketchup. It is a salted condiment with a high measured sugar content (27.5 g per 100 g, CoFID), and neither added salt nor added sugar is needed at this age.
9–11 months
Not at this age
Still no added ketchup, for the same salt and sugar reasons.
12–24 months
Mashed
Use sparingly if at all — it counts toward both the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years and free sugars.
Per 100 g from CoFID (17-709). Weaning guidance from NHS. Not medical advice.
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Ketchup: common questions
Answers are drawn from the sources named on this page. Not medical or veterinary advice.
When can babies eat ketchup?
The earliest stage on this page is 12–24 months: Use sparingly if at all — it counts toward both the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years and free sugars.
How do I cut and serve ketchup for my baby?
6–8 months (Not at this age): Do not add ketchup. It is a salted condiment with a high measured sugar content (27.5 g per 100 g, CoFID), and neither added salt nor added sugar is needed at this age.
9–11 months (Not at this age): Still no added ketchup, for the same salt and sugar reasons.
12–24 months (Mashed): Use sparingly if at all — it counts toward both the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years and free sugars.