About Product Information:
English name: Chili Pepper Extract / Capsaicin
Latin name: Capsicum frutescens L.
Part of used: Seed
Appearance: Yellow Brown to Light Pale Fine Powder.
Active ingredients: Capsaicin(Capsaicinoids), Synthetic Capsaicin,
Test methods: HPLC
CAS number: 404-86-4, 85940-30-3, 8023-77-6
Molecular formula: C18H27NO3
Molecular weight: 305.41
Specification: 1~98%
Capsicum Oleoresin 1%-10%
Water Soluble Capsicum Oleoresin 1%-5%
Colorless WS Capsicum Oleoresin 1%-5%
What is Capsaicin in Hunan NutraMax Inc.?
Capsaicin is the 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 contant. Capsaicin and several related compounds are called capsaicinoids and are produced as a secondary metabolite by chili peppers, propably as deterrents against certain herbivores and fungi. Pure capsaicin is a hydrophobic, colorless, odorless, crystalline to waxy compound.
Where will Nutramax's Capsaicin be used 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.
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.
Kiling insect:
Capsaicine also can be used to killing insects. Including some other animals. For example, some one will attrite the capsaicine and then put it in the feed of the humming bird. It will reach the destination of driving squirrels because squirrels are afraid of hot pepper, but humming birds are not.
Application of NutraMax's Capsaicin:
1. Natural red coloring matter
2. Natural condiment &seasoning
3. Good ingredient for health product, pharmaceuticals and cosmetic.
Packing & Storage:
Delivery Time: Around 3-5 workdays after your payment.
MOQ: 1kg packed in aluminum foil bag, double plastic-bag inside
Package: In fiber-drums with two-plastic bags inside.
Net Weight: 25kgs/Drum
Gross Weight: 28kgs/Drum
Drum Size & Volume: I. D. 42cm × H52cm, 0.08 m³ / Drum
Storage: Stored in dry and cool place, keep away from strong light and heat.
Shelf Life: Two years when properly stored.
| Items |
Specification |
| Appearance |
Yellow Brown to Light Pale Fine Powder. |
| Oder |
Characteristic |
| Taste |
Characteristic |
| Paiticle size |
Pass 80 mesh |
| Loss on drying |
≤5% |
| Heavy metals |
<10ppm |
| As |
<1ppm |
| Pb |
<3ppm |
| Assay |
Result |
| Total Plate Count |
<10000cfu/g or <1000cfu/g(Irradiation) |
| Yeast & Mold |
<1000cfu/g or 100cfu/g(Irradiation) |
| E.Coli |
Negative |
| Salmonella |
Negative |
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