Chili Pepper Extract (3% capsaicinoids)

Chili Pepper Extract (3% capsaicinoids)

Capsicum chinense

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Product Information

Type
CO2 Extract (single)
Sector
NutraceuticalsFood/SuperFoodCosmeceuticals
INCI
Capsicum Chinense Fruit Extract
CAS
404-86-4
SKU
AF-CPCH1TSF
Summary
SFE Chili Pepper Extract (3% capsaicinoids, 1 kg)

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Tags

  • Residue-Free
  • Standardized
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Neuroprotective
  • Food Preservation
  • Nutraceutical
  • Pharmaceutical

About

Chili Pepper SFE Extract is a dark-red capsicum oleoresin from Capsicum chinense standardised to 3.2% total capsaicinoids (496,000 Scoville Heat Units). Produced by supercritical CO₂ extraction with no carrier—a pure, residue-free extract.

Functional Properties

Capsaicinoid profile: capsaicin (2.4%), dihydrocapsaicin (0.6%), nordihydrocapsaicin (0.1%). Capsaicin's well-documented mechanism activates TRPV1 receptors, providing thermogenic and analgesic effects. Immiscible with water; suitable for lipophilic formulations.

Quality

HPLC-verified capsaicinoid content ensures consistent Scoville rating. Heavy metals non-detectable. Pure supercritical extract with 24-month shelf life.

Applications

  • Pharmaceutical: Topical analgesic formulations
  • Nutraceutical: Thermogenesis, metabolic support, weight management formulations
  • Food Industry: Standardised heat source for hot sauces, snack seasonings, prepared foods