Ground paprika is the product obtained by grinding the ripe dried fruits of different varieties of Capsicum of the Solanaceae plant family. Ground paprika is prepared from the pericarp and the seeds of the paprika fruit. It may contain a variable amount of other parts of the fruit, such as the placenta, the calyx and the stalk. The colour of ground paprika varies, according to its quality, from vivid brilliant red through yellowish and brownish-red to pale reddish-brown.

Additives, allowed in accordance with the regulations of the target country and after agreement between buyer and seller (antioxidants, anti-caking agents, etc.), may be introduced into the ground paprika. In that case, the final product shall be labelled in accordance with current regulations.

Origin

• China
• Peru

Packing

25 kg

Storage

Cool and dry, protected from direct sunlight