Explore the complete Scoville scale pepper heat chart to compare spiciness levels of common peppers. This visual guide helps you choose the right pepper for your dish without unexpected heat surprises.

Scoville Scale Pepper Heat Chart
Pepper Type | Scoville Heat Units (SHU) | Heat Level |
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Bell Pepper | 0 SHU | Mild |
Jalapeño | 2,500–8,000 SHU | Moderate |
Hatch Green Chile | 1,000–8,000 SHU | Moderate |
Cayenne | 30,000–50,000 SHU | Hot |
Habanero | 100,000–350,000 SHU | Very Hot |
Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia) | 1,000,000+ SHU | Extremely Hot |

The Scoville Scale measures pepper heat intensity based on capsaicin concentration. Higher SHU values indicate greater spiciness. Use this chart to select peppers that match your desired heat level for cooking, sauces, or culinary experiments.