CAPSICUM OLEORESIN 2 MShu 13%

	Botanical Name	:	Capsicum annum
	CAS #	:	8023-77-6
	Appearance	:	Dark red-brown with spicy,strong burning odor
	Solubility	:	Soluble in oils, insoluble in water
	Flavor	:	A powerful and refreshing aroma of freshly ground dried fruits of Capsicum
	Extraction Method	:	Solvent extracted product with permitted diluents and emulsifieres

Major Constituents :
Capsaicin, Dihydrocapsaicin, and Nordihydrocapsaicin

Description :
The product is natural and is obtained by the solvent extraction of dried fruits of Capsicum annum L. The oleoresin in the powder is generally extracted with the addition of an organic solvent. It contains natural Oleoresin Capsicum as the active ingredient.

Specification :
Capsaicin Content (by HPLC) : Min. 2MShu
Residual solvent : Less than 25 ppm
Capsaicin : Not less than 13%

Blends Offered :
The above quality is our standard specification. In addition to this customized blends are also offered to meet specific requirements.

Shelf Life :
18 months under the specified storage conditions.

Uses :
Used to add flavor to various food preparations. This product is a powerful irritant and a carminative, which is also used as a counter irritant in lumbago and neuralgia. It can also be used to treat stomach ache that involves poorly functioning stomach muscles and as an antibacterial agents.