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Hot Sauce

Also known as: chili sauce

Low concern

Generally a low-calorie condiment from whole-food ingredients. Main concern is sodium content; high-volume consumption can also cause GI irritation in sensitive individuals.

Found in

3,377 products

What it is

Condiment made from hot peppers, vinegar, and salt; some formulations include garlic, sugar, or stabilizers.

Condiment; provides heat, acidity, and flavor.

Why it's flagged

sodium content varies widely between brands

What regulators actually say

"Americans eat on average about 3,400 mg of sodium per day. However, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends adults limit sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg per day."

FDA — Sodium in Your Diet — fda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

No standard of identity; ingredients (peppers, vinegar, salt) are GRAS.

European Union — EFSA

Authorized as a composite food.

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