The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) determines serving sizes, which we are required to list on our packages. Of special note is the 1/2-cup serving size for condensed soup. This is the “as packaged” serving size, which translates to 1 cup as prepared. All of our product labels include the nutrient information for a single serving.
We believe that a healthful diet is based on both variety and moderation, and that our diverse product line — including soups, broths, gravies, sauces, juice beverages, canned pastas, and baked goods — can be enjoyed as part of an overall balanced plan. We follow all government regulations regarding product labeling, including the new requirements and schedules that have been issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) concerning trans fat.
Many people have told us they would prefer to avoid high fructose corn syrup, which is why we will continue to move away from using it in new products we launch and explore opportunities to remove it from certain existing products. More than 80% of the products we offer for retail sale in the United States do not contain high fructose corn syrup including Campbell’s Sauces, Campbell’s Homestyle soup, Swanson broth, Prego Italian sauces and Slow Kettle Style soups.
We follow all government regulations regarding the labeling of our products. In the case of MSG, the term Monosodium Glutamate will be clearly listed in the ingredient statement.
Hydrolyzed plant or vegetable proteins have naturally occurring glutamate. These flavor-enhancing proteins are derived from corn, wheat, soybeans, or other vegetables. During preparation, the proteins are completely broken down into amino acids, which are an essential part of our diets. We list hydrolyzed plant proteins by their common names in the ingredient statements on our product labels. We do not include them under the broader listings of “spices” or “natural flavors.” We recommend that consumers always evaluate a product based on the ingredient listing on its label.
Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is the sodium salt of a common amino acid. MSG occurs naturally in many foods, such as tomatoes and cheeses. It has been used safely as a seasoning in cooking for more than 100 years. It adds a savory or umami flavor and when used in conjunction with salt it creates a clean savory taste.
Although we have significantly reduced our use of the ingredient in recent years, we do use high fructose corn syrup when it is right for the recipe, mostly to help deliver a smoother texture than other sugars can provide, or to keep the cost of a product affordable.
MSG is lower in sodium compared with table salt (sodium chloride). It contains only 13% sodium compared to 39% sodium in table salt. This means a small amount of MSG can be used instead of salt to create an appealing savory flavor. This is particularly useful when making great tasting foods which have reduced sodium and fat.
Simply soak the can in warm, soapy water for 20 minutes, and the label should peel away easily.
That varies based on the product and the storage conditions. To ensure the best flavor, texture, and overall quality, we recommend using the product before its “Best Used By Date,” printed on each container. However, if the product is not stored properly, the shelf life will be shortened. To maximize the shelf life, we recommend that you store non-refrigerated items in a cool, dry place where temperatures rarely exceed 70° F, and that refrigerated products be kept in your refrigerator at approximately 40° F.
This date indicates the product’s expected shelf life. We recommend using the product before this date to ensure the best flavor, texture, and overall quality. Example:
Depending on the product type, the “Best Used By” date is printed on the end of the can, on the lid and/or neck of the jar or bottle, or at the bottom of the back of the pouch.
Donald Goerke invented SpaghettiOs pasta in 1965. Goerke, who worked with Campbell’s Franco-American brand, had been challenged to create a pasta dish that kids could eat easily with a spoon. He tried all sorts of shapes before deciding on the O, and he soon became known as the “Daddy-O of SpaghettiOs.” The product was promoted with the catchy jingle, “The neat, round spaghetti you can eat with a spoon: Uh-oh, SpaghettiOs!” The kid-friendly pasta transitioned to the Campbell’s brand in 2004
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Our Product Locator will let you know if a product has been discontinued. After entering the product and zip code, you will see a message if the product is discontinued.
If you see your product in the Product Locator but your zip code doesn’t generate any grocery store matches, then the product unfortunately has minimal or no distribution in your area. We apologize for any inconvenience, and encourage you to check back again at a later date, as distribution may eventually increase.
If you don’t see the product that you want in the Product Locator, then the product unfortunately has minimal or no distribution in the United States. We apologize for any inconvenience, and encourage you to check back again at a later date, as distribution may eventually increase.
We know consumers are loyal to their favorite products, and we never like to discontinue an item that might be a staple at someone’s house. However, tastes and preferences constantly change, and supermarket shelves have to find space for new launches. Periodically, we examine product sales and are forced to make the difficult decision to keep some products and discontinue others. We hope you can find a new favorite among our many other product offerings.
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For health and safety reasons, our production facilities are not open to the public. The Campbell Museum, which closed March 1996, donated its renowned collection of 18th-century soup tureens and related objects to the Winterthur Museum & Garden near Wilmington, Delaware.
To date or determine the value of a Campbell collectible item, we suggest checking your local library for the following resources: “Kovel’s Price List for Antiques and Collectibles” or “Campbell’s Soup Collectibles: A Price & Identification Guide,” by David & Micki Young.
Great question! For many of our soups, it takes just four steps: 1. Prepping. We select and prepare the finest ingredients, such as washing, peeling, and dicing vegetables. 2. Mixing. We carefully mix ingredients, such as chicken stock, before adding them to the can. 3. Cooking. Ingredients are added in a particular order – for example, noodles first, then chicken, broth, and other ingredients – to create the best flavor. We seal the can and cook it at a temperature to make sure the product will remain safe under normal conditions at the grocery store and in your pantry. 4. Packaging. We label the finished soup can and box it up before sending it to your grocery store.
You can find a copy of Campbell’s current annual report, as well as reports from several previous years, at https://investor.campbellsoupcompany.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=88650&p=irol-reportsannual.
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