Component of cayenne pepper.
Chemical Formula |
C18H27NO3 |
Molecular Weight |
F.W. 305.41 |
CAS # |
404-86-4 |
Safety Information |
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Health Hazard |
2 |
Fire Hazard |
1 |
Reactivity |
0 |
Test |
Specification |
Total Capsaicinoids (HPLC) | Min. 95.0% |
Capsaicin (HPLC) | 60.0-70.0% |
Dihydrocapsaicin (HPLC) | 20.0-30.0% |
Melting Range (Not to exceed 5°C) | 57°-66°C |
MAXIMUM LIMITS | |
Other Capsaicinoids (HPLC) | 15.0% |
Loss on Drying | 1.0% |
Residue on Ignition | 1.0% |
Shipping Information |
Toxic solid, organic, n.o.s. (capsaicin), 6.1, UN2811, PG III. Additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge. |
UPS limit |
70 lb |
Storage Information |
REFRIGERATE: Keep tightly closed. |
Chemical information and descriptions have been provided by Spectrum Chemicals.