Ingredient

Salt Black Pepper

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add salt as a flavor enhancer and preservative, while black pepper is primarily …

What it is

Salt is a mineral, primarily sodium chloride, obtained from mines or by evaporating seawater. Black pepper is a spice derived from the dried, unripe berries of the Piper nigrum plant. These two ingredients are often used together to season foods.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add salt as a flavor enhancer and preservative, while black pepper is primarily used for its pungent and aromatic flavoring. They are commonly found in a wide range of packaged foods, including dips, sauces, and seasoned snacks, to improve taste.

Health notes

Salt (sodium chloride) is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. The FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg. High sodium intake is associated with increased blood pressure. JECFA has evaluated salt. Black pepper is also generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. JECFA has evaluated black pepper and its constituents. At typical intake levels, neither ingredient is associated with significant health concerns beyond the established link between high sodium intake and blood pressure.

Allergen info

Neither salt nor black pepper is a major allergen.

Products containing Salt Black Pepper

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Renaissance Food Group, LLC Fresh Guacamole, Mild Dips & Salsa 80kcal 2Protein 5Fat 8Carbs Urban Accents, Incorporated Mushroom Truffle Hunt Mushroom Pepper Blend, Mushroom Truffle Hunt Baking Additives & Extracts 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Harry's Farmers Market, Ltd. Whole Foods Market, Spinach Artichoke Dip Dips & Salsa 150kcal 6.7Protein 10Fat 6.7Carbs Intec Laboratories Sandwich Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 155kcal 7.8Protein 13.4Fat 19.7Carbs The Original Gourmet Barbecue Sauce, The Original HINKLE FINE FOODS The Original Gourmet Barbecue Sauce, The Original Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 150kcal 0Protein 0Fat 40Carbs Windham Kitchen Mango Habanero Gourmet Salsa, Mango Habanero Dips & Salsa 56kcal 0Protein 0Fat 13.9Carbs Gemista Greek Stuffed Vegetables In Rich Tomato Sauce, Gemista ESTHELIV COMPANY, LLC Gemista Greek Stuffed Vegetables In Rich Tomato Sauce, Gemista Chili & Stew High in sodium — 38% DV per serving 134kcal 2Protein 6.9Fat 15.4Carbs JMSD, LLC. Salad Dressing Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 400kcal 0Protein 40Fat 13.3Carbs Jacks Steakhouse Jack's Dipping Sauce, Jack's Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 452kcal 0Protein 41.9Fat 22.6Carbs Mahco Inc Fettuccine Primavera Sauce With White Chicken Signature Meal Kit Entrees, Sides & Small Meals High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 146kcal 6.4Protein 5.8Fat 16.4Carbs Highland Pop, Ltd. Pepper Popcorn, Pepper Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 441kcal 8.8Protein 17.6Fat 61.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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