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After I open ketchup, I always put it in the fridge. I think it stays fresher.
Once opened the product should be refrigerated. Several reasons.
1. Keeps the flavor better.
2. There is a possibility that mold growth could occur, although it depends on how quickly you consume ketchup. There is a bit of vinegar in ketchup that should keep it from spoiling but if it takes a long time for you to go through a bottle it may spoil before you're done.
3. Keeping it in the refrigerator protects it from light and temperature changes that may occur in the kitchen. If you keep it by the stove the heat from the stove may effect the quality. Light from the window or overhead may also lead to faster decline in quality. If the bottle is not clear then light will have little effect.

I know some people prefer warm ketchup, if thats so just start collecting the packets from the fast food places and store them in the pantry.

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