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Safe alternatives to products containing High-Fructose Corn Syrup

High-Fructose Corn Syrup is banned in but still found in many US foods. Here are clean swaps.

Why people avoid High-Fructose Corn Syrup

High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a liquid sweetener not used in the EU, UK, or Canada at scale due to trade regulations and cost structure. Research has associated high HFCS consumption with metabolic effects, though the science is complex. Not banned — but reformulated away from in most global markets.

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Clean brands to switch to

Condiments
Condiments

Primal Kitchen Ketchup

Organic ketchup sweetened with balsamic vinegar

Zero HFCS. Sweetened with organic vinegar.

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Drinks
Drinks

Olipop Soda

Prebiotic soda

No HFCS. Sweetened with cassava fiber and botanical extracts.

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Condiments
Condiments

Rao's Homemade Marinara

Premium marinara

No HFCS. No added sugar of any kind.

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Drinks
Drinks

Poppi Soda

ACV prebiotic soda

No HFCS. Clean sweeteners.

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Drinks
Drinks

Califia Farms Oat Milk

Plant-based milk

No HFCS. Natural oat sweetness only.

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Condiments
Condiments

Siete Foods Salsa

Clean ingredient salsa

No HFCS. No added sweeteners at all.

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Common brands that contain High-Fructose Corn Syrup

⚠️ Heinz Ketchup (US)⚠️ Coca-Cola Classic⚠️ Sprite⚠️ Pepsi⚠️ Hunt's Tomato Sauce

Learn more about High-Fructose Corn Syrup

See all countries where it's banned, the science behind the concerns, and which US products contain it.

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Frequently asked questions

What foods contain High-Fructose Corn Syrup?+
High-Fructose Corn Syrup is found in many processed US foods including snacks, cereals, beverages, and condiments.
Is High-Fructose Corn Syrup banned in the US?+
High-Fructose Corn Syrup is banned or restricted in but is currently permitted in the US by the FDA.
How can I avoid High-Fructose Corn Syrup?+
Look for products labeled "certified organic," "no artificial colors," or certified by Non-GMO Project. The brands listed above are clean swaps. You can also use BannedPantry's barcode scanner to check any product instantly.
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