Salsa

Herdez

Salsa Casera Medium

Good Low confidence

Score breakdown

Ingredient Integrity 52

Whole food base undermined by duplicate citric acid and calcium chloride used for preservation and texture

Processing Level 45

Standard industrial canning with chemical acidification and dual firming agents indicates moderate processing

Evidence & Transparency 15

Zero sourcing disclosure, no certifications, and no supply chain information beyond generic ingredient names

Product Quality 55

Simple recognizable ingredients but lacks premium characteristics like organic certification or fire-roasted tomatoes

Full details

Ingredients

Tomatoes (TomatoesTomato JuiceCitric Acid [To Acidify]Calcium Chloride [Firming])OnionsGreen Chile PeppersContains 2% or less of Iodized Salt (Contains Potassium Iodate)CilantroCitric Acid (To Acidify)Calcium Chloride (Firming)

Certifications

non-GMOkosheror gluten-free certifications explicitly stated on official product page or retailer listings for this specific variant

Sourcing

No explicit sourcing claims or traceability programs found. Product emphasizes simple ingredient composition. Official page notes packaging and label changes may occur and directs consumers to follow label for current information. Brand originated in Mexico and is distributed in U.S. through MegaMex Foods/Hormel network.

Transparency notes

Product page provides disclaimer about potential packaging/label changes and directs users to product label for most current information. Full ingredient list publicly available on both manufacturer and multiple retailer sites with consistent formatting.

Origin Not explicitly stated - brand context suggests Mexico origin with MegaMex/Hormel U.S. distribution, but specific country of origin claim not found on product pages
Last verified June 2026