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Product Overview
Capsaicin (CAS 404-86-4) is a natural alkaloid extracted from chili peppers. It appears as white to off-white crystalline powder with an intense pungent taste and spicy odor. Featuring strong physiological activity and stable chemical properties, it is widely used in pharmaceutical raw materials, food additives, daily chemicals, pest repellents and scientific research. Produced via advanced extraction, synthesis and recrystallization processes, the product has high purity, low impurities and reliable batch consistency. For legitimate industrial production, formulation and scientific research only.
Product Features
- High Purity: ≥99.0% (HPLC), meets pharmaceutical grade, food grade and research grade standards.
- Strong Biological Activity: Exhibits analgesic, anti-inflammatory and local stimulating effects.
- Good Stability: Maintains stable properties under normal storage conditions.
- Strict Quality Control: Full batch inspection; standard COA and MSDS are available upon request.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical Properties
- Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
- Odor: Characteristic strong spicy odor, intensely pungent taste
- Molecular Formula: C18H27NO3
- Molecular Weight: 305.41
- Melting Point: 62 – 65 °C
- Boiling Point: 210 – 220 °C (0.2 mmHg)
- Density: 1.06 g/cm3 (20 °C)
- Flash Point: 113 °C
- Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol, ether, chloroform, acetone and vegetable oil
- Hygroscopicity: Non-hygroscopic
- Light Sensitivity: Slightly sensitive to light
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Stability: Stable under dry and sealed conditions; gradually decomposes under prolonged high temperature and strong light.
- Chemical Reactivity: Contains amide and hydroxyl groups, capable of esterification and hydrolysis reactions.
- Acid-Base Character: Neutral in conventional aqueous environment.
- Incompatibility: Keep away from strong oxidants, strong alkalis, high temperature and direct sunlight.
Applications
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Key raw material for topical analgesic, anti-rheumatic and anti-inflammatory preparations.
- Food Industry: Natural spicy additive for seasonings, condiments and spicy food products.
- Daily Chemicals: Raw material for heating patches, massage ointments and external care products.
- Agriculture & Public Health: Used as animal repellent and pest deterrent.
- Laboratory Research: Experimental reagent for pharmacology, neurobiology and plant research.
Usage Restriction: For industrial formulation, food processing, pharmaceutical production and scientific research use only. Strictly forbidden for improper use and direct oral intake in high concentration.
Storage & Transportation Instructions
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry, dark and well-ventilated warehouse. Keep containers tightly sealed. Store separately from strong oxidants and alkalis. Recommended storage temperature: 10 – 25 °C. Reseal containers immediately after opening.
Transportation Requirements
This product is classified as non-hazardous goods. Adopt sealed and light-proof packaging. Avoid violent collision, extrusion, high temperature and rain soaking during transit. Do not transport together with food, feed and edible raw materials.
Operation Notes
Wear chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles and dust-proof mask. Operate in a well-ventilated fume hood. Strictly avoid inhalation, skin and eye contact due to strong irritation. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of clean water once contact occurs. Do not eat, drink or smoke in the working area.
Regulatory Information
EINECS Number: 206-969-8
HS Code: 2939999090
Complies with international food and pharmaceutical standards. Export products follow IATA and IMDG provisions. All transactions are limited to qualified food factories, pharmaceutical enterprises and research institutions.
Full Product Parameter Table
| Item | Specification & Details |
| Product Name | Capsaicin |
| CAS NO. | 404-86-4 |
| IUPAC Name | (6E)-N-[(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)methyl]-8-methylnon-6-enamide |
| Synonyms | Capsicine |
| Molecular Formula | C18H27NO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 305.41 |
| EINECS Number | 206-969-8 |
| UN Number | Non-hazardous goods |
| Hazard Class | Irritant, Strong Stimulant |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Purity | ≥99.0% (HPLC) |
| Water Content | ≤0.3% |
| Melting Point | 62 – 65 °C |
| Boiling Point | 210 – 220 °C (0.2 mmHg) |
| Density | 1.06 g/cm3 (20 °C) |
| Flash Point | 113 °C |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol, chloroform, vegetable oil |
| HS Code | 2939999090 |
| Storage Temperature | 10 – 25 °C, sealed, dry & light-proof environment |
| Packing Specification | 25g/glass bottle, 1kg/plastic bottle, 25kg/fiber drum |
| Grade Standard | Food Grade / Pharmaceutical Grade / Research Grade |
| Application Scope | Analgesic API, food spicy additive, external care raw material, repellent |
| Validity Period | 24 Months under specified storage conditions |
