Ketchup (sucrose, United States)

TLDRLast updated 3 October 2026

US ketchup containing sucrose is low FODMAP at 16 ml. Fructans are moderate at 20 ml and high at 22 ml; the other displayed FODMAP groups remain low.

Serving sizes for ketchup (sucrose, united states)

Use 16 ml low, 20 ml moderate and 22 ml high. The recorded millilitres take priority over approximate spoon descriptions.

Moderate
1 tablespoonabout 20 ml

Tested serving sizes

Tested serving sizes for Ketchup (sucrose, United States) and their Gut Friendly rating
ServingAmountMain FODMAPRating
1 tablespoon20 mlFructans 0.1 gModerate
16 ml portion16 mlFructose 0.04 gLow
22 ml portion22 mlFructans 0.3 gAvoid

Breakdown for 1 tablespoon

0.05gFructose
0gLactose
0.1gFructans
0gGOS
0gSorbitol
0gMannitol
1 tablespoonabout 20 ml

Is ketchup (sucrose, united states) low FODMAP?

This entry describes the complete sucrose-sweetened ketchup recipe. It does not show that sucrose itself causes the higher ratings. The low-to-high change occurs over a small volume range, so the exact sauce and amount matter more than describing a serving as a dollop.

Ketchup (sucrose, United States) and IBS: what to know

For an IBS meal record, note ketchup used during cooking and any extra added afterwards. A burger served with ketchup and a separate dipping pot can contain more sauce than either looks like alone. Keep the rest of the meal in the same record without treating this condiment rating as a verdict on everything eaten.

Gut-friendly ways to eat ketchup (sucrose, united states)

Pour the planned amount into a measure, then transfer it to the plate or a small sauce dish. When mixing ketchup into a dressing, calculate each portion from the original ingredients rather than borrowing the finished dressing’s volume. The high-fructose-corn-syrup version has a separate guide; the two recipes should not share a single assumed limit.

Frequently asked questions

Is sucrose-sweetened ketchup low FODMAP?

The listed US preparation has a low portion of 16 ml. The 20 ml and 22 ml amounts are moderate and high respectively.

Is sucrose the FODMAP making this ketchup high?

The measured group that rises is fructans. The finished-product result does not isolate an individual ingredient as the cause.

Why should I measure ketchup rather than estimate?

The listed ratings change over a small difference in volume. A squeeze from a bottle is difficult to compare with those references.

Can I use the same amount for homemade tomato sauce?

A homemade sauce is a different recipe. Its ingredient amounts and serving division need their own assessment rather than this ketchup’s threshold.

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Sources and editorial notes

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.