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Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
Plant Part Used: Fruit
Processing Method: Drying, Grinding
Also known as Bell pepper, Paprika, Sweet pepper, Pepper, or Capsicum belongs to the family Solanaceae. It is native to Mexico, Central America, South America, and the West Indies. Carotenoids, Phenolics, Flavonoids, and Flavonols are the major active components of this fruit. It is a good source of vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, Niacin, Pyridoxine, Choline, C, E, K, and Iron. These fruits are good sources of antioxidants that combat oxidative stress. The intake of these fruits is good for the heart, skin, hair health.
Main Producing Countries |
India, Mexico and United States
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Product Use |
Paprika is a spice that is made from ground dried red peppers. These peppers are primarily sourced from the Capsicum annuum plant, which is a member of the nightshade family. The peppers can vary in size, shape, and color, resulting in different types of paprika with varying levels of heat and flavor.
The production of paprika typically involves harvesting the peppers when they are fully ripe and then drying them in the sun or in specialized dehydrators. The dried peppers are then ground into a fine powder, resulting in the vibrant red spice that we know as paprika.
Some countries, such as Hungary and Spain, are well-known for their high-quality paprika production. These countries have ideal growing conditions for peppers, resulting in flavorful and vibrant paprika. However, paprika can also be produced in other regions of the world, such as the United States, Mexico, and India.
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Serving Size: 100g
Amount/serving | % Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 13g | 20.00% | |
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Saturated Fat 0g | 0.00% | |
Trans Fat 0g | % | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0.00% | |
Sodium 68mg | 2.83% | |
Total Carbohydrate 54g | 18.00% | |
Dietary Fiber 35g | 124.95% | |
Total Sugars 10g | % | |
Includes 0g Added Sugars | 0.00% | |
Protein 14g | 28.00% |
Vitamin D 0mcg | 0.00% | |
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Calcium 1mg | 0.08% | |
Iron 117mg | 650.00% | |
Potassium 2280mg | 48.51% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:
Paprika is a spice made from dried pepper of the plant Capsicum annum.
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Items | Specification | Test Methods |
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Physical Analysis | ||
Description | Powder | Organoleptic |
Color | Red | Organoleptic |
Odor | Characteristic | Organoleptic |
Taste | Characteristic | Organoleptic |
Mesh size | 90% Passes through #60 mesh | USP<786> |
Loss on drying | NMT 10.0% w/w | USP<731> |
Total ash | NMT 10.0% w/w | USP<561> |
Assay | 100% | TLC |
Total Heavy Metals | NMT 10 ppm | USP<231> |
Lead | NMT 0.5 ppm | USP<232> |
Arsenic | NMT 1 ppm | USP<232> |
Mercury | NMT 0.5 ppm | USP<232> |
Cadmium | NMT 0.5 ppm | USP<232> |
Microbiology Test | ||
Total Plate Count | NMT 5,000 cfu/g | USP<61> |
Yeast & Mold | NMT 500 cfu/g | USP<61> |
E. Coli | Absent | USP<62> |
Salmonella | Absent | USP<62> |
Synonyms
Biological Source
Capsicum annuum
Parts Used
Fruit
Major components Other constituentsDetail not available
Health categoriesDescription