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Crushed Red Pepper

Safe

Whole spice; capsaicin gives heat. Generally well-tolerated; can irritate GI tract in sensitive individuals at high doses.

Found in
248 products

What it is

Coarsely ground dried red chili peppers (typically cayenne or other Capsicum annuum varieties), used as a pungent spice. Contains seeds and flakes of the pepper.

Spice; adds heat and pepper flavor 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."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Whole spice (21 CFR 182.10)

European Union — EFSA

Permitted spice

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