Ingredient

Carolina Reaper Peppers

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Carolina Reaper peppers are used to add intense heat and a fruity flavor to …

What it is

The Carolina Reaper is a cultivar of the chili pepper plant, developed in South Carolina. It is known for its extreme heat, measuring over 1.5 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU) on average. The peppers are typically dried and ground into a powder or used fresh in sauces and other food products.

Why it's used

Carolina Reaper peppers are used to add intense heat and a fruity flavor to foods. They are most commonly found in hot sauces, salsas, marinades, and spice blends. Manufacturers use them to create products for consumers seeking very spicy options.

Health notes

Capsaicin, the compound that makes peppers hot, can cause irritation and burning sensations. The FDA has not specifically evaluated Carolina Reaper peppers for GRAS status, but chili peppers in general are widely consumed. Regulatory bodies like the WHO/IARC have not classified capsaicin or chili peppers as carcinogenic. However, consuming extremely hot peppers can cause digestive upset in some individuals.

Allergen info

Carolina Reaper peppers are not derived from any of the nine major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Carolina Reaper Peppers

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Carolina Reaper Salsa, Hot Renfro Foods, Inc. Carolina Reaper Salsa, Hot Dips & Salsa 45kcal 0Protein 0Fat 9.1Carbs Lolas Fine Sauces, LLC Carolina Reaper Fine Hot Sauce, Carolina Reaper Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Gino's Restaurant, Inc. Spicy Diavolo Marinara, Spicy Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 56kcal 2.4Protein 0.4Fat 11.1Carbs Reaper Sauce, Reaper Elijah's Xtreme™ Gourmet Sauces Reaper Sauce, Reaper Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 100kcal 0Protein 0Fat 20Carbs J&K Distributors Carolina Reaper Gluten Free Premium Beef Brisket, Carolina Reaper Other Snacks 214kcal 35.7Protein 3.6Fat 14.3Carbs Mad Scientist Nuts, Inc Inferno Premium Virginia Artisan Peanuts, Inferno Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 530kcal 24.6Protein 42.4Fat 17.7Carbs Raley's Hot Three Pepper Salsa, Hot Three Pepper Dips & Salsa 32kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6.5Carbs Medium Carolina Hot Sauce, Medium Carolina Red Clay Provisions LLC Medium Carolina Hot Sauce, Medium Carolina Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Carolina Reaper Hot Sauce, Carolina Reaper Dave's Gourmet Inc. Carolina Reaper Hot Sauce, Carolina Reaper Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 100kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Nash Finch Company Carolina Reaper Sliced Monterey Jack Cheese With Jalapeno, Habanero And Carolina Reaper Peppers, Carolina Reaper Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 381kcal 23.8Protein 28.6Fat 0Carbs Stater Bros. Markets Inc. Carolina Reaper Monterey Jack Cheese With Jalapeno, Habanero & Carolina Reaper Peppers Sliced Cheese, Carolina Reaper Monterey Jack Cheese High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 348kcal 26.1Protein 30.4Fat 0Carbs Stater Bros. Markets Inc. Carolina Reaper Monterey Jack Cheese With Jalapeno, Habanero & Carolina Reaper Peppers Shredded Cheese, Carolina Reaper Monterey Jack Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 357kcal 25Protein 28.6Fat 3.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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