Honey & sweeteners · US label
Karo
Dark Corn Syrup
Higher-scoring pick on this shelf: Domino Organic Raw Cane Sugar (100/100)
The recorded US ingredient statement lists artificial preservatives and corn syrups (2 of the 9 additive groups we check). Confirm the exact formula on your package.
Label checked 2026-10-16. USDA FoodData Central · How we verify labels and scores
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This product: 7 of 9 groups not on the label. No confirmed organic claim.
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Karo Dark Corn Syrup
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Kirkland SignatureOrganic Fine Granulated Cane SugarLabel data source
Ingredients and nutrition come from USDA FoodData Central, Branded Foods (FDC ID 2544075, data date 2023-05-25, release 2026-04-30). These are brand-submitted label records in the public domain (CC0); retrieved 2026-10-16. Check the package for the current label.
| Nutrient | Per 100 ml | Per serving (30 ml, 2 Tbsp) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 400 kcal | 120 kcal |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | Unknown | Unknown |
| Sodium | 133 mg | 40 mg |
| Total carbohydrate | 100 g | 30 g |
| Dietary fiber | Unknown | Unknown |
| Total sugars | 36.7 g | 11 g |
| Added sugars | 36.7 g | 11 g |
| Sugar alcohols | Unknown | Unknown |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Net carbs (carbs − fiber) | Unknown | Unknown |
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What to know before you choose these sugar & sweeteners
The recorded ingredient label lists 4 ingredients, led by corn syrup, molasses and salt. Worth noting: it lists artificial preservatives and corn syrups. For these sugar & sweeteners, the comparison that matters most is complete blend: read the other ingredients in stevia, monk fruit and similar blends.
- Worth checkingLists artificial preservatives (sodium benzoate (used to protect quality)).
- Worth checkingLists corn syrups (corn syrup).
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- You avoid artificial preservatives: the recorded label lists sodium benzoate (used to protect quality).
- You avoid corn syrups: the recorded label lists corn syrup.
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References
- Karo Dark Corn Syrup: brand-submitted label record (FDC ID 2544075) USDA FoodData Central
- Aspartame and other sweeteners in food U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- Added sugars on the Nutrition Facts label U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- Serving size and servings per container U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Karo Dark Corn Syrup contain seed oils?
No listed matches for seed oils were found in the current recorded statement. Confirm the formula against your package; this is not an allergy or safety assessment.
Does Karo Dark Corn Syrup contain artificial dyes or MSG?
No listed matches for artificial dyes or MSG were found in the current recorded statement. Confirm the formula against your package; this is not an allergy or safety assessment.
What is the verification standard for this product?
The complete ingredient statement was recorded from the linked product-specific source on 2026-10-16. Evidence expires after 90 days and requires a new source review; viewing this page does not renew it.
What are the ingredients in Karo Dark Corn Syrup?
The recorded ingredient statement reads: CORN SYRUP, MOLASSES, SALT, SODIUM BENZOATE (USED TO PROTECT QUALITY).
Is Karo Dark Corn Syrup healthy?
Its recorded label lists artificial preservatives and corn syrups (2 of the 9 additive groups we check). Its clean score is 55 out of 100. That is a label check, not a nutrition rating: sugar, sodium, calories and portion size are separate questions.
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