B&G, SLICED HOT CHERRY PEPPERS

Common questions

Is B&G, SLICED HOT CHERRY PEPPERS healthy?

B&G, SLICED HOT CHERRY PEPPERS scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains beneficial peppers, which are a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants.

How processed is B&G, SLICED HOT CHERRY PEPPERS?

B&G, SLICED HOT CHERRY PEPPERS is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive B&G, SLICED HOT CHERRY PEPPERS' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Natural Flavors, Sodium Benzoate are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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B&G, SLICED HOT CHERRY PEPPERS

B&G
60 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by B&G Foods, Inc.
Category Vegetables
Summary

This product contains beneficial peppers, which are a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants. However, it is classified as ultra-processed due to the presence of additives like sodium benzoate and natural flavors, which can raise health concerns. The processing level and use of preservatives limit its overall healthiness despite the presence of nutritious ingredients.

Key ingredients 7

Peppers
Neutral

Whole vegetable peppers providing natural flavor and texture, forming the main base of the product.

Distilled Vinegar
Neutral

Common acidic liquid used for pickling and preservation, contributing tartness.

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Water
Neutral

Standard liquid used in the pickling brine.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for seasoning and preservation without trace minerals.

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Calcium Chloride
Neutral

Firming agent commonly used in pickled vegetables to maintain crispness.

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Natural Flavors
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Sodium Benzoate
Bad

Synthetic chemical preservative used to prevent microbial growth and maintain freshness.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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