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What is Capsicum Extract Capsaicin?

Capsaicin is extracted from the fruit of Cayenne Pepper. Capsaicin is active ingredient of chili peppers and belongs to the genus Capsicum.

Capsaicin is a compound found in chili peppers that gives them their spicy kick.

The highest concentration occurs in the seeds, making them significantly spicier than the flesh.

When consumed, foods containing this substance stimulate pain receptors in your tongue, causing the sensation of heat that most people experience.

Some people are more sensitive to capsaicin than others, which is usually related to how often they eat spicy foods. Your tongue adjusts to the sensation over time.

The heat of a given pepper can be measured in Scoville Heat Units (SHUs), which range from 0 to 15 million. For example, jalapeños measure about 2,500–8,000 SHUs, whereas habanero peppers hit 100,000–350,000 SHUs.

What Is Capsicum Oleoresin？

Capsicum oleoresin is a concentrated product extracted from chili peppers. It has a rich, spicy flavor and is often used as a seasoning. Besides the inherent spiciness of the chili pepper, capsicum oleoresin also contains hundreds of complex chemical compounds, including capsaicinoids, proteins, pectins, polysaccharides, and capsanthin. Capsicum oleoresin is not an illegal additive; rather, it is a food additive derived from natural food ingredients.

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