Baodi Tianying Chili

Baodi Tianying Chili

Baodi Tianying Chili is a geographical indication certification trademark.

Baodi Tianying Chili is a geographical indication agricultural product.

　　   Tianying Chili, also known as facing-heaven chili, is a variety introduced in Baodi District primarily for export trade. It is known for its extremely high spiciness and enjoys a strong reputation both domestically and internationally, making it one of the major foreign exchange-earning export products in the Tianjin area.

　　   The Tianying Chili adapts well to various conditions and is not demanding on soil types, capable of growing in diverse soils. Its plant is upright with a compact structure, suitable for dense planting. In the Tianjin area, it is commonly cultivated using seedling methods. Typically, seedlings are raised in protected environments during early to mid-March, and transplanted in early to mid-May, with a row spacing of 40–50 cm. About 8,000–10,000 plants are grown per mu, and harvesting takes place around early October. The average yield of dried chilies is about 200–250 kg per mu.

　　   Using plastic mulching and intercropping or relay cropping with tall crops such as corn and sesame can effectively prevent "the three drops" (flower drop, fruit drop, and leaf drop), suppress pest and disease occurrence, and significantly improve yield and quality.

　　   The fruit of the Tianying Chili contains abundant protein, carbohydrates, fats, and various vitamins, especially capsaicin, which aids digestion, stimulates appetite, enhances health, and helps resist diseases. It is an excellent condiment in daily diets.

　　   Tianying Chili is mainly exported and sold domestically as dried fruit. The chili fruits can also be processed into flakes or powder for sale. Fresh chili fruits or leaves can be used for other purposes, with a base area of 1,000 mu currently established. Currently, the region produces around 4.5 million kg of Tianying Chili annually, generating annual sales of 3 million yuan and foreign exchange earnings of approximately 12 million yuan.

　　   Geographical Scope

　　   The protected production area of Baodi Tianying Chili includes 18 towns in Baodi District: Lin Ting Kou, Wang Bu Zhuang, Da Zhong Zhuang, Fang Jia Zhuang, Da Kou Tun, Da Bai Zhuang, Ba Men Cheng, Ma Jia Dian, Huo Ge Zhuang, Xin Kai Kou, Da Tang Zhuang, Gao Jia Zhuang, Kou Dong, Niu Dao Kou, Shi Ge Zhuang, Hao Ge Zhuang, Zhou Liang Zhuang, and Xin An Zhen; 3 townships: Niu Jia Pai, Er Wang Zhuang, and Huang Zhuang; and 3 sub-districts: Hai Bin, Bao Ping, and Yu Hua. The total protected area covers 5,333.33 hectares. The geographical coordinates are between 117°08′ and 117°40′ east longitude, and 39°21′ and 39°50′ north latitude.

　　   Product Quality Characteristics

　　   1. External Sensory Characteristics: The Baodi Tianying Chili plant is upright and compact, with fruits clustering upwards and tips shaped like an eagle’s beak. The chili fruits are deep red or purplish-red, bright in color, with shiny and smooth skin. They are high-yielding, resilient, have excellent quality, and are extremely spicy. 2. Internal Quality Indicators: The product contains rich nutrients including protein, fat, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, and vitamin C. It aids digestion, stimulates appetite, boosts health, resists diseases, and also has high medicinal value. 3. Product Quality and Safety Standards: The production environment and product quality of Baodi Tianying Chili comply with relevant mandatory national technical standards. These follow the stipulations of the People’s Republic of China National Food Hygiene Standards such as GB2762-81 “Maximum Levels of Mercury in Foods,” GB4810-84 “Maximum Levels of Total Arsenic in Foods,” and GB18740-2002, among others.