Red Chilli Powder

India is the world’s leading exporter of red chilli powder, valued for its vibrant color, controlled pungency, and consistency, produced from select high-quality chilli varieties.

Key Commercial Varieties & Trade Names

  • Guntur Sannam (S4) Chilli Powder: Bright red color with medium pungency, most widely exported

  • Byadgi Chilli Powder: Deep red color with mild heat, preferred for color-rich formulations

  • Teja (S17) Chilli Powder: High-pungency powder used for strong heat applications

  • Kashmiri / Wrinkle-273 / Mundu Chilli Powder: Specialty powders offering vivid color or distinctive pungency

Red Chilli Powder is a finely ground spice made from dried red chillies of Capsicum annuum, valued for its intense heat and vibrant red color. This premium red chilli powder enhances flavor, aroma, and appearance in a wide range of culinary applications.

Careful drying and grinding preserve the natural pungency and color strength of the chillies. The fine texture ensures smooth blending in curries, sauces, marinades, and seasoning mixes. Chefs and food manufacturers use red chilli powder to deliver consistent heat and uniform color across dishes and processed foods.

This powder integrates easily into dry spice blends and ready-to-use formulations. Its stable color value supports visual consistency in finished products. In addition, controlled processing helps maintain aroma and heat during storage and handling.

This works well in commercial kitchens and food processing environments due to its ease of use and reliable performance. Its strong flavor profile, fine grind, and vibrant color make it suitable for bulk supply and large-scale culinary applications.

HSN Code: 09042211
Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum

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