CAPSICUM OIL (PAPRIKA)

	Botanical Name	:	Capsicum annum
	Common Name	:	Pepper, paprika, Cayenne pepper, African pepper, Bird pepper, Guinea pepper.
	CAS #	:	8023-77-6
	Plant Parts Used	:	Fruits
	Extraction Method	:	Solvent Extraction
	Color & Odor	:	Dark red oily liquid with a strong, spicy odour

Description :
Capsicum is a perennial plant that belongs to the solanaceae family. Also known by the names of Pepper and Chile Pepper.

Constituents & Specifications :
Vitamin C, 0.1 - 1.5% capsaicin, capsicidins.

Properties :
Antiseptic, antihemorrhoidal and antirheutmatic properties and is good for digestive, sinus as well as treating stomach conditions.

Benefits & Uses :

• The extract contains 0.1 - 1.5% capsaicin, a substance that helps in stimulating the circulation and altering temperature regulation. Applied topically, it also helps in desensitizing nerve endings as well as in making a good local anesthetic. As it also contains capsicidins, it has good antibiotic properties.