Description

Capsicum Oleoresin is a concentrated, oil-soluble extract derived from chili peppers, standardized for its pungent capsaicinoid content. This versatile natural extract serves as a potent source of heat, flavor, and functional benefits for a wide range of industrial applications. It is an essential ingredient for manufacturers in the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care sectors seeking consistent and reliable pungency.

Application

• Food & Beverage Industry: As a natural flavoring and pungency agent in sauces, marinades, snacks, seasonings, and spicy beverages.
• Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Formulations: Used in topical analgesics, creams, and patches for its counter-irritant properties, and in dietary supplements.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Incorporated into formulations for lip plumpers, hair growth serums, and warming/cooling sensation products.
• Animal Feed & Repellents: Utilized as a feed additive and in natural animal repellent products.
• Industrial Applications: Used in self-defense sprays (e.g., pepper spray) and specialty chemical formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Capsicum Oleoresin
CAS No.	8023-77-6
Molecular Formula	Complex Mixture
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural Extract)
Synonyms	Oleoresin Capsicum; OC; Chili Oleoresin; Paprika Oleoresin (related); Capsicum Extract; Natural Capsaicin Extract; Red Pepper Oleoresin; Capsicum Frutescens Fruit Extract
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Capsicum Oleoresin is manufactured and tested to ensure it meets stringent quality and consistency standards suitable for global markets. We offer grades compliant with FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and other relevant specifications for food and pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing capsaicinoid content (Scoville Heat Units or % capsaicin), color value, and solvent residues, is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Prolonged exposure to air, heat, or light may lead to oxidation and degradation of active components.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Viscous red to reddish-brown liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Standard
Pungency (Scoville Heat Units)	As per grade (e.g., 1.0M, 2.0M SHU)
Assay (Total Capsaicinoids)	As per grade (e.g., 6.0% - 10.0% w/w)
Color Value (ASTA)	Contact for details
Solvent Residue	Meets FCC limits
Specific Gravity	0.90 - 1.03

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.