Western family, barbecue sauce, original
Western family, barbecue sauce, original by Western Family provides 121 kcal per 100 g, with 24.2 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 146% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Groceries category. Contains: mustard.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 2 Tbsp (33 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 121 kcal | 40 kcal | 194 −38% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 12.8 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.4 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 30.3 g | 10 g | 4% | 16.1 +88% |
| Total sugars | 24.2 g | 8 g | 9.8 +146% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.4 −100% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.8 −100% |
| Salt | 3.1 g | 1 g | 5.9 −47% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59921 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from July 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Fat-free
- 0 g fat per 100 g (EU: no more than 0.5 g per 100 g)
- Low saturated fat
- 0 g per 100 g, 0% of calories (EU: no more than 1.5 g per 100 g and 10% of calories)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other groceries
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Tomato puree (water, tomato paste), high fructose corn syrup, water, distilled vinegar, salt, molasses, less than 2% modified corn starch, mustard bran, paprika, xanthan gum, caramel color, onion*, spices, guar gum, red 40, citric acid, potassium sorbate and sodium benzdate (preservatives), garlic*, natural sauce flavor.
- Allergens
- Mustard
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
Red 40 (E129) is among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Red 40 (E129) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Red 40 (E129) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
European Union
In the EU, food containing Red 40 (E129) must state that it "may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children."
What these additives are and what the research says: Red 40.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Serving size
- 2 Tbsp (33 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0015400015936
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Western family, barbecue sauce, original?
Western family, barbecue sauce, original contains 121 kcal per 100 g and about 40 kcal per serving (2 Tbsp (33 g)).
How much sugar is in Western family, barbecue sauce, original?
Western family, barbecue sauce, original has 24.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Western family, barbecue sauce, original healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Western family, barbecue sauce, original contain?
According to the label data it contains: Mustard. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Does Western family, barbecue sauce, original contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Red 40 (E129). FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using it by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bars it from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars it from school meals; the EU requires a warning label on food with it. Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 22, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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