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Heinz Tomato Ketchup 50% Less Sugar & Salt

ownerThe Kraft Heinz Company (USA)
originUnited States
manufacturedPrimarily in the Netherlands, but also produced in other locations

Heinz Tomato Ketchup is one of the most iconic food products in the world, originally introduced in 1876. This specific bottle shown features a variety with 50% less sugar and salt, catering to health-conscious consumers in the Swedish market as indicated by the Swedish text on the label.

The Heinz brand was founded by Henry J. Heinz in Sharpsburg, Pennsylvania, USA. Over the decades, it grew into a global powerhouse. In 2015, the H.J. Heinz Company merged with Kraft Foods Group to form the Kraft Heinz Company. This merger was facilitated by Berkshire Hathaway and 3G Capital.

While the brand is American by origin, manufacturing for the European market is heavily concentrated in Elst, Netherlands, which is one of the largest ketchup production facilities globally. The ultimate owner, The Kraft Heinz Company, remains headquartered in the United States and continues to manage the brand's global distribution and innovation strategies.

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