Sichuan pepper
Sichuan pepper is high in Salicylate. It also contains moderate levels of Histamine. It has low levels of Tyramine and Nickel. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- SalicylateHigh
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Moderate
A spice liberator: it carries no histamine but prompts release. Doses are small, so it is usually a background contributor rather than the trigger on its own — it matters most when your load is already high.
- TyramineLow
- NickelLow
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseNone
- GlutenNone
- FructoseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- SucroseNone
- OxalatesNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does Sichuan pepper affect?
Sichuan pepper is notable for Salicylate, Histamine, Tyramine and Nickel.
Does Sichuan pepper contain Salicylate?
Yes — Sichuan pepper is high in Salicylate.
Does Sichuan pepper contain Histamine?
Sichuan pepper contains moderate levels of Histamine. A spice liberator: it carries no histamine but prompts release. Doses are small, so it is usually a background contributor rather than the trigger on its own — it matters most when your load is already high.
Does Sichuan pepper contain Tyramine?
Sichuan pepper contains only low levels of Tyramine.
Does Sichuan pepper contain Nickel?
Sichuan pepper contains only low levels of Nickel. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.