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Aversion Technologies OLEORESIN CAPSICUM OIL

Aversion Technologies Oleoresin Capsicum Oil is the oil extracted from chili peppers and is responsible for making these peppers taste hot. This ingredient is used in the production of hot sauces and it is often added to medicated creams, lotions, and sprays in order to treat muscle or joint pain. It may also be used in pepper spray, a product designed to be used for self-defense purposes. Possible side effects of capsicum oleoresin include redness or burning at the application site or difficulty breathing or swallowing if the product is ingested.Capsicum oleoresin is available in several concentrations and custom strengths are available. Typically it is used at 6.6% concentration (1,000,000 SHU), 40% (6,400,000 SHU), and 50% (8,000,000 SHU). Decolorized capsicum oleoresin is available upon request, colors ranging from <1000cu for 40% concentration to <200cu for 6% concentration.

Ingredient Name: Capsicum Oleoresin

Functions: Flavoring Agent

Flavor: Chili Pepper

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Identification & Functionality

Flavor: Chili Pepper
Flavor Family: Spice & Seasoning Inspired Flavors
Flavor Ingredient Class: Oleoresins & Extracts
Ingredient Name: Capsicum Oleoresin
Food Ingredients Functions: Flavoring Agent
Specification: USP 30
CAS No.: 8023-77-6
Ingredients: Capsicum Extract, Red Pepper Oleoresin
Technologies: Food Ingredients
Product Families: Food Ingredients — Taste & Flavor
Flavor Ingredients,
Spices, Herbs & Seasonings
Formula: C18H27NO3

Applications & Uses

Markets: Food & Nutrition
Applications: Food & Nutrition — Food
Savory & Culinary
Food & Nutrition Applications: Sauces

Properties

Appearance: Deep Red Oil
Odor: Characteristic Pungent Smell
Typical Properties

Packaging & Availability

Available In: Capsicum oleoresin is available in several concentrations and custom strengths are available. Typically it is used at 6.6% concentration (1,000,000 SHU), 40% (6,400,000 SHU), and 50% (8,000,000 SHU). Decolorized capsicum oleoresin is available upon request, colors ranging from <1000cu for 40% concentration to <200cu for 6% concentration.