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Paprika
Paprika
Safe
Paprika is a whole-food spice; the related extract (oleoresin) is FDA-approved as a color additive exempt from certification. No safety concerns at culinary use levels.
Found in
37,697 products
What it is
Ground spice from dried Capsicum annuum peppers.
Spice and natural coloring agent (red-orange hue).
What regulators actually say
"The color additive paprika is the deep red, sweet-flavored powder prepared from the dried pod of mild capsicum."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS spice; paprika oleoresin approved color additive (21 CFR 73.345)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted spice/natural color
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