McCormick Chili Seasoning Mix, 30% Less Sodium

McCormick Chili Seasoning Mix, 30% Less Sodium, is a small, pantry-ready seasoning packet that sits in the spice and seasoning aisle beside taco kits, taco seasoning, canned beans and canned tomatoes, and near other McCormick blends. You’ll spot it on grocery runs for quick weeknight dinners, game-day cookouts, and when you want a no-fuss pot of chili for potlucks or meal-prep Sunday. As a McCormick product, it carries the heritage of a long-standing spice brand—positioned for busy home cooks and families who want reliable, familiar flavors with a modest health-conscious twist (the “30% less sodium” claim). Marketing leans practical and mainstream rather than gourmet or artisanal, aimed at value-minded shoppers who favor convenience and recognizable brand names. The label promotes health halos like “30% less sodium” and “no added MSG or artificial flavors,” but it is not organic, certified natural, or kid-branded; packaging is straightforward and family-friendly. Processing-wise, this is a commercially blended, pre-mixed seasoning: a refined, shelf-stable product made from spices and enriched flour that’s been industrially mixed and packaged. Sensory details: the mix is a fine, dry powder—reddish-brown with specks of dried onion and spice—releasing warm, toasty notes of chili pepper, cumin, garlic and onion when heated in oil. Typical use is ritualized: brown meat, sprinkle in the mix, add tomatoes and simmer for a quick, comforting chili. The small 1.25-ounce package is designed for single-recipe use, offering a quick shortcut to homestyle chili without measuring multiple spices.