Ingredient

Chill Pepper

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Chili pepper powder is used to add heat and flavor to a wide variety …

What it is

Chili pepper is the fruit of plants from the genus Capsicum. These peppers are native to the Americas and are cultivated worldwide for their culinary and medicinal uses. They are dried and ground into a powder or used fresh in cooking.

Why it's used

Chili pepper powder is used to add heat and flavor to a wide variety of foods. It is a common ingredient in sauces, spice blends, marinades, and processed foods like snacks and ready-to-eat meals.

Health notes

Chili peppers contain capsaicin, the compound responsible for their heat. Some studies suggest capsaicin may have metabolic benefits, but evidence is mixed. The FDA has not set specific regulations for chili pepper as a food additive. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but did not set a numeric limit. High intake may cause digestive upset in some individuals.

Allergen info

Chili pepper is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Chill Pepper

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Silver State Foods, Inc. Gilberto's Gourmet Goodness, Dirty South Peach & Habanero Hot Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 100kcal 0Protein 0Fat 20Carbs Entertainment Production House Inc. Memphis Gold Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 132kcal 2.9Protein 1.5Fat 26.5Carbs Zarda Bar-B-Q Sauce, Inc. Barbeque Sauce, Original Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 71kcal 0Protein 0Fat 17.1Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Thai Style Chicken Wrap White Chicken Meat, Carrots, Bell Peppers, Green Cabbage, Green Onion, Celery, And Cilantro In A Flour Tortilla With A Side Of Thai Aioli Sauce, Thai Style Chicken Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 228kcal 8.1Protein 13.0Fat 20.3Carbs Beverages & More, Inc. Main & Geary, Spicy Mix Other Snacks 500kcal 16.7Protein 30Fat 46.7Carbs American Spice & Seasoning, Inc. Western Style Barbecue Seasoning Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 417kcal 0Protein 0Fat 83.3Carbs Japanese Food Express, Inc. Shrimp Tempura Tuna, Salmon, Tempura Shrimp, Cucumber, Fried Onion, Avocado Nigiri Combo, Tuna, Salmon, Tempura Shrimp, Cucumber, Fried Onion, Avocado Sushi 157kcal 7.1Protein 4.3Fat 22.1Carbs OFW Brands LLC Beef Picadillo Empanada, Beef Other Deli High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 259kcal 9.4Protein 12.9Fat 25.9Carbs Tampico Spice Co., Inc. New Mexico Chili Pepper, New Mexico Herbs & Spices 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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