RegulyzeBlack Pepper (Piperine)
Piper nigrum · Extract
Black Pepper (Piperine), Piper nigrum, is a nutraceutical permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | As specified / GMP | FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 | 2026-06-20 |
Coverage for the USA (FDA), EU (EFSA), UK, GCC and ASEAN is being added — this page updates automatically as frameworks are assessed.
About Black Pepper (Piperine)
Black Pepper (Piperine) is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a nutraceutical (Piper nigrum). The regulatory details on this page are generated from Regulyze's structured regulatory dataset and are reviewed against the cited source.
Frequently asked questions
Is Black Pepper (Piperine) permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Black Pepper (Piperine) (Piper nigrum) (listed in the regulation as “Piper nigrum powder/standardized extract”) is currently permitted for use in health supplements and nutraceuticals under India's FSSAI framework, per FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022. Always verify against the current official regulation for your product and market.
What is the permitted dosage of Black Pepper (Piperine)?
No single numeric limit is listed in the source for Black Pepper (Piperine); permitted use is at GMP or as specified. Confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Black Pepper (Piperine) belong to?
Black Pepper (Piperine) is classified under: Nutraceuticals, Botanicals.
What is the botanical (scientific) name of Black Pepper (Piperine)?
Black Pepper (Piperine) corresponds to Piper nigrum, with the extract used in nutraceutical preparations.
Source: FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-20 · Data version: db-2026-06-20. Indicative only — verify against the current official regulation before use.