Description

Red Pepper Oil is a natural oleoresin extracted from the fruits of *Capsicum* species, valued for its intense color, pungent flavor, and bioactive capsaicinoids. This versatile ingredient is essential for manufacturers seeking to impart a consistent, concentrated heat and rich red hue to their products. It serves as a critical raw material for the food flavoring, nutraceutical, and personal care industries, where standardized potency and quality are paramount.

Application

• Food & Beverage Industry: As a natural colorant and flavor enhancer in sauces, marinades, snack seasonings, and processed meats.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: A key ingredient in capsules and formulations targeting metabolism and wellness, leveraging its capsaicin content.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used in topical creams, ointments, and patches for its warming and stimulating properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a starting material for the isolation and purification of capsaicin and related analogs.
• Animal Feed Additives: Incorporated as a palatability enhancer and natural growth promoter.
• Agricultural Products: Used as a natural component in certain bio-pesticide formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Red Pepper Oil
CAS No.	68991-42-4
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural Extract)
Synonyms	Capsicum Oleoresin; Paprika Oleoresin; Chili Extract; Capsicum Frutescens Fruit Extract; Capsicum Annuum Fruit Oil; Natural Red Color; Oleoresin Capsicum; OC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Red Pepper Oil is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with global standards for natural extracts. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as capsaicinoid content, color value (ASTA), and solvent residues. Production can adhere to relevant portions of FCC, USP, and ISO guidelines based on customer requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). This product is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation to maintain potency and color stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Deep red viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Color Value (ASTA)	Contact for details
Total Capsaicinoids (HPLC)	1.0% - 10.0% (or as specified)
Solvent Residues (GC)	Meets regulatory limits
Peroxide Value	< 10.0 meq/kg
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	< 10 ppm

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