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Crushed Red Pepper
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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