Products name: Capsaicin 

Synonyms: (E)-8-METHYL-NON-6-ENOIC ACID 4-HYDROXY-3-METHOXY-BENZYLAMIDE;(E)-CAPSAICIN;(E)-N-([4-HYDROXY-3-METHOXYPHENYL]METHYL)8-METHYL-6-NONEAMIDE;(E)-N-[(4-HYDROXY-3-METHOXYPHENYL)METHYL]-8-METHYL-6-NONENAMIDE;CAPSAICIN;CAPSAICINE;CAPSAICIN, NATURAL;FEMA 3404

Plant source: Capsicum annuum L.

Structural Formula

CAS number: 404-86-4

Molecular formula: C18H27NO3

Molecular weight: 305.4

Function

Capsaicin is an active component of chili peppers, which are plants belonging to the genus Capsicum. It is an irritant for mammals, including humans, and produces a sensation of burning in any tissue with which it comes into contact.

Capsaicin and several related compounds are called capsaicinoids and are produced as secondary metabolites by chili peppers, probably as deterrents against certain mammals and fungi. Pure capsaicin is a volatile, hydrophobic, colorless, odorless, crystalline to waxy compound.

Characteristics: White powder

Specifications: 

Capsaicin 98% HPLC