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Cayenne Pepper

Also known as: cayenne

Safe

Cayenne pepper is a whole-food spice and is GRAS as a spice and natural seasoning under 21 CFR 182.10. No notable additive concerns at culinary use levels.

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5,969 products

What it is

Ground dried fruit of hot Capsicum annuum varieties.

Spice that adds heat (capsaicin) and color to dishes.

What regulators actually say

"Spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings that are generally recognized as safe for their intended use, within the meaning of section 409 of the Act."

21 CFR 182.10 — Spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings — ecfr.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS as a spice/natural seasoning under 21 CFR 182.10.

European Union — EFSA

Permitted as a spice.

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