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Canned tomatoes, or tinned tomatoes, are
tomato The tomato (, ), ''Solanum lycopersicum'', is a plant whose fruit is an edible Berry (botany), berry that is eaten as a vegetable. The tomato is a member of the nightshade family that includes tobacco, potato, and chili peppers. It originate ...
es, usually peeled, that are sealed into a can after having been processed by heat.


Economic aspects

Industrially produced canned tomatoes are internationally a staple product and subject to regular
market analysis A market analysis studies the attractiveness and the dynamics of a special market within a special industry. It is part of the industry analysis and thus in turn of the global environmental analysis. Through all of these analyses the strengths, ...
as well as trade considerations.


Home preservation

Home canned tomatoes may be prepared in a number of ways. However, safety measures need to be taken, since improperly canned tomatoes can cause
botulism Botulism is a rare and potentially fatal illness caused by botulinum toxin, which is produced by the bacterium ''Clostridium botulinum''. The disease begins with weakness, blurred vision, Fatigue (medical), feeling tired, and trouble speaking. ...
poisoning, whether produced industrially or at home.


See also

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List of tomato dishes This list includes dishes in which the main ingredient or one of the essential ingredients is tomato. Dishes prepared with tomato sauces as a primary ingredient are not included in this list. Tomato dishes * * * * * ** * * * * * * ...


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