Chili Powder

Vietnamese Chili Powder – Premium Quality for Global Export

Origin

Vietnamese chili powder (ớt bột) is renowned for its intense heat, vibrant red color, and rich natural aroma, thanks to Vietnam's tropical climate and fertile soil. Vietnam is a major producer of high-quality dried chilies and chili products. Key production regions include:

• Central Highlands (Gia Lai, Đắk Lắk, Đắk Nông): Largest area for fresh and dried chilies.
• Mekong Delta (Tiền Giang, Bến Tre, Vĩnh Long): High yield of hot varieties.
• Northern provinces (Sơn La, Lào Cai): Specialty chilies with unique flavors.

Production Process

1. Harvesting fresh ripe chilies (year-round, peak from November–April).
2. Washing, sorting, and sun-drying or mechanical drying (moisture reduced to 8-12%).
3. Stem removal and grinding into fine powder (using modern mills for uniform texture).
4. Optional blending (pure chili or mixed with garlic, salt, spices for flavored powder).
5. Sieving, color sorting, fumigation, and quality testing.
6. Packaging under hygienic conditions.

Export-Ready Specifications

• Popular types:
  • Pure chili powder (100% chili): Fine ground, medium-fine, coarse.
  • Hotness levels: 20,000–80,000 SHU (Scoville Heat Units), depending on variety (e.g., Bird's Eye, Cayenne-style).
  • Flavored blends: Chili garlic powder, smoked chili, five-spice chili.
• Standard export packaging:
  • PP/PE bags or multi-layer bags: 25kg (bulk).
  • Cartons with inner liners: 10kg, 5kg, or retail packs (100g–1kg).
  • Vacuum-sealed aluminum foil bags for premium retail.
• Container loading capacity (estimated 2025–2026):
  • 20ft container: 18–22 tons (typically 20 tons with 25kg bags).
  • 40ft container: 25–27 tons (often reaches 26 tons).

Required Export Certifications

• Phytosanitary Certificate (plant quarantine).
• Certificate of Origin (C/O) – Form A, Form E, Form AK…
• Fumigation Certificate.
• Health Certificate / Food Safety Certificate.
• HACCP, ISO 22000, BRC (mandatory for EU, USA).
• Organic (USDA/EU) for organic chili powder.
• FDA Registration (for the US market).
• Aflatoxin & Pesticide Residue Certificates (critical for chili products).

Uses & Applications Across Industries

• Food industry: Essential spice for cooking, sauces (sriracha, chili garlic sauce), marinades, instant noodles, snacks, soups, processed meats, curry powders.
• Nutrition & health: Rich in capsaicin (boosts metabolism, aids weight loss), vitamin C, antioxidants; supports circulation, anti-inflammatory, pain relief (topical use).
• Pharmaceuticals: Capsaicin extract for pain-relief creams (arthritis, muscle pain), digestive aids, weight management supplements.
• Cosmetics & personal care: Capsaicin in warming massage oils, hair growth products (stimulates scalp), anti-cellulite creams.
• Industrial: Natural colorant (red pigment), pest repellent, flavor enhancer in animal feed.

Vietnamese chili powder is highly valued worldwide for its bright color, consistent heat level, and natural purity. With advanced grinding facilities, strict quality control, and international certifications, it meets the demanding standards of markets in the US, EU, Japan, Korea, India, and the Middle East.

Contact us today for competitive pricing and premium export-grade Vietnamese chili powder samples!