True Made Foods, the Virginia-based condiment maker known for its no-sugar-added sauces, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The filing follows mounting challenges from growing competition in the natural foods market.
True Made Foods Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
According to Pacer, True Made Foods, Inc. filed a case in the Eastern District of Virginia Bankruptcy Court and is being represented by attorney Steven B. Ramsdell from Tyler, Bartl & Ramsdell, P.L.C. Key case details include:
- Case Number: 1:25-bk-12269
- Date of Filing: October 30, 2025
- Chapter: 11
- Status: Active, voluntary
- Creditors: 1-49
- Estimated Assets: $100,001 to $500,000
- Estimated Liabilities: $1,000,001 to $10 million
The company reportedly filed after losing major retail contracts with Kroger and Safeway. Court filings also cite more than $361,000 owed by Teton Promotion in Motion Inc. over an alleged breach of a distributor agreement.
About the Company
U.S. Navy veteran and the founder, Abe Kamarck, created True Made Foods, a company that aimed to recreate traditional American condiments without any added sugar or artificial preservatives in their production.
The company’s lineup includes ketchup, barbecue sauce, and mustard, all sweetened naturally with vegetables for added flavor and nutrition.
True Made Foods quickly gained a reputation for its health-focused ingredients and transparent packaging. Its mission is to deliver real food without sacrificing flavor, a message that resonates with health-conscious shoppers.
The Chapter 11 filing marks a pivotal moment for True Made Foods as it seeks to restructure and stabilize operations. Upcoming court proceedings will determine whether the brand can secure new funding or partnerships to continue operations.
