Ingredient

Chill Powder

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Chili powder is primarily used to add a spicy, savory flavor to a wide …

What it is

Chili powder is a spice blend used to add heat and flavor to foods. It is typically made from dried chili peppers, often mixed with other spices like cumin, oregano, garlic powder, and salt. The exact ingredients and heat level can vary widely depending on the specific blend.

Why it's used

Chili powder is primarily used to add a spicy, savory flavor to a wide range of dishes. Manufacturers use it in spice blends, sauces, marinades, and rubs. It is a key ingredient in many Mexican, Tex-Mex, and Indian cuisines, as well as in barbecue rubs and chili con carne.

Health notes

Chili powder is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Capsaicin, the compound that gives chili peppers their heat, is being studied for potential health effects, but research is ongoing and evidence is mixed. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but no specific numeric limits are set for chili powder itself in typical food use. High intake of very spicy foods may cause digestive discomfort for some individuals.

Allergen info

Chili powder is not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten unless cross-contamination occurs during processing or if a gluten-containing spice is added to the blend.

Products containing Chill Powder

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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 J and F Manufacturing Corp. Sweet Smokey Molasses BBQ Sauce, Sweet Smokey Molasses BBQ Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 156kcal 0Protein 0Fat 40.6Carbs

Camino Real Foods, Inc. Egg, Potato, Cheese Sauce & Bacon Breakfast Wraps, Egg, Potato, Cheese Sauce & Bacon Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 230kcal 6.4Protein 9.3Fat 28.9Carbs Snap Kitchen Investments, LLC Adobo Chicken Bowl With Fire-Roasted Corn, Adobo Chicken With Fire-Roasted Corn Other Deli High in sodium — 45% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 47% DV per serving 154kcal 12.2Protein 7.0Fat 10.8Carbs Tm Entertainment, Inc. Spicy And Sour Mexican Candies, Spicy And Sour Candy 375kcal 0Protein 0Fat 87.5Carbs

Japanese Food Express, Inc. Spicy Tuna Roll, Spicy Sushi 150kcal 7.9Protein 3.6Fat 20.7Carbs Leon's Market, Inc. Fish & Seafood Rub Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 278kcal 0Protein 0Fat 55.6Carbs Big Easy Foods of Louisiana, LLC Red Louisiana Style Beans & Rice With Sausage, Red With Sausage Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 157kcal 7.5Protein 4.7Fat 22.4Carbs Tony Chachere's Creole Foods of Opelousas, Inc. Creole Roasted Chicken Flavored Dinner Mix Flavored Rice Dishes High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 348kcal 6.5Protein 1.1Fat 73.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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