With every crunchy bite, you’ll experience an intense burst of heat that’ll keep you coming back for more. We follow a number of safety procedures and protocols when producing products that include spicy seasoning,” the spokesperson said. Tomato Puree (49%), Chopped Tomatoes (20%), Onion, Peppers (11%), Jalapeño Peppers (3%), Spirit Vinegar, Salt, Modified Maize Starch, Sugar, Garlic Puree, Capsicum Extract, Coriander.

The ‘strongly irritating’ seasoning is affecting the health of factory workers in South Australia, the United Workers Union alleges. In 2018, for example, doctors warned of people, notably teenagers, being rushed to hospital with severe stomach pain after consuming the spicy snacks and another clinician warned the spice in Flamin’ Hot Cheetos can cause gut issues and stomach discomfort. Smith’s is installing extra fans in an Adelaide factory after workers claimed they were having difficulty breathing and experiencing skin irritation from dealing with the seasoning used to make “flamin’ hot” Doritos.The crisps, along with Cheetos Flamin' Hot Puffs, feature a flame icon on the packaging to warn of their heat. uk accepts no liability for inaccuracies or misstatements about products by manufacturers or other third parties. Sign up today for free and be the first to get notified on our new updates, discounts and special Offers. Spicy chips like those produced in the Adelaide factory are assessed and authorized by food regulators globally but there are reports of complaints among snackers.

A spokesperson for PepsiCo, which owns the Smith’s Snackfood Company, said the safety of its people was the company’s top priority. PepsiCo said extra fans will be installed at the Adelaide factory and mandatory mask wearing during the production of products using spicy seasoning will enhance existing safety measures. Now that this door has been opened, does it mean I should finally make that box of Flamin’ Hot mac and cheese that’s been sitting in my cupboard for a year and a half? A spokesperson for the firm added: "We follow a number of safety procedures and protocols when producing products that include spicy seasoning.

In response to the report, PepsiCo told news outlets the company follows numerous safety protocols when working with the spicy seasoning and that worker safety is its top priority, adding that the group is “committed” to working with the union to address any concerns. Ingredients: Corn, rapeseed oil, Flamin’ hot nacho cheese flavour [flavourings (contains MILK, LACTOSE), onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, white pepper, whey permeate (from MILK), buttermilk powder (from MILK), flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5’ribonucleotides), sugar, potassium chloride, tomato powder, acidity regulators (citric acid, lactic acid), colourings (paprika extract, annatto bixin, caramel), cheese powder (from milk), whey powder (from milk), skimmed milk powder], salt, antioxidants (extracts of rosemary, ascorbic acid, tocopheroljik extract, citric acid). The United Workers Union (UWU) has lodged a complaint with the workplace health and safety regulator in South Australia after interviewing staff at the Smith's Snackfood Company factory in Adelaide.