Capsicum Extract,Capsaicin 10%~99% by HPLC

Latin Name:Chili Pepper

Plant Origin:  Capsicum annuum L.

Specification: Capsaicin 10%~99% by HPLC

Appearance:  White fine powder to granules for 10% to 70%

                           White granules for 99% 

                           Red to dark red liquid for 10%~70%

Solubility in water ( 0.0013 g/100 mL )

Solubility ( soluble in alcohol, ether, benzene slightly soluble in CS2, HCl, petroleum )

For Food

Because of the burning sensation caused by capsaicin which it comes in contact with mucous membrance, it is commonly used in food products to give them added spicy or "heat" . In high concentrations, capsaicin will also cause a burning effect on other sensitive areas of skin.

For Medical

Capsaicin is currently used in topical ointments, as well as a high-dose dermal patch, to relieve the pain of peripheral neuropathy such as post-herpestic neuralgia caused by shingles. Capsaicin creams are used to treat peoriasis as an effective way to reduce itching and inflammation.