- Chemical Name:Capsaicin
- CAS Number:404-86-4
- Dosage Form:Creams, Ointments
- Synonyms:(E)-8-Methyl-N-vanillyl-6-nonenamide, Isodecenoic Acid Vanillylamide, Qutenza, Trans-8-Methyl-N-vanillyl-6-nonenamide, Zostrix
Aversion Technologies Nonivamide Powder (PAVA) is the active ingredient in most pepper sprays. It is also being used by law enforcement in “paint-ball” guns as a powerful non-lethal weapon. When the spray comes in contact with skin, especially eyes or mucous membranes, it is very painful and completely disarming.