Simply Organic Black Pepper is ground from real, premium-quality peppercorns (Piper nigrum), carefully selected from the world's premier pepper-producing regions for the most potent, satisfying, true black pepper taste. Pepper lends satisfying heat and bite to most any dish (and it's great for salt-free diets). It works well in combination with other herbs and spices, too, and is commonly found in spice blends. USDA Organic, Kosher and Certified Organic by QAI.