Capsaicin, Natural

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SKU	05202757-CF
Alternate Names	8-Methyl-N-vanillyl-trans-6-nonenamide
Base Catalog Number	202757
Beilstein Registry Number	2816484
Biochemical Physiological Actions	Prototype vanilloid receptor agonist. Neurotoxin; activates sensory neurons that give rise to unmyelinated C-fibers, many of which contain substance P. Topical application desensitizes the sensory nerve endings giving a paradoxical antinociceptive effect; systemic administration can be neurotoxic to capsaicin-sensitive cells, especially in newborn animals. Active component of chili peppers.
Boiling Point	210-220°C
CAS #	404-86-4
EC Number	206-969-8
Flash Point	113 deg C (235 deg F) - closed cup
Format	Powder
Hazard Statements	H301-H315-H317-H318-H334-H335
Melting Point	65 deg C
Molecular Formula	C18H27NO3
Molecular Weight	305.418 g/mol
Personal Protective Equipment	Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves, respirator cartridges
RTECS Number	RA8530000
Safety Symbol	GHS05, GHS06, GHS08
Solubility	In <a class="pubchem-internal-link CID-962" href="https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/water">water</a>, 28.93 mg/L at 25 deg C (est)
Usage Statement	Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department.
Vapor Pressure	1.32X10-8 mm Hg at 25 deg C (est)

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MP COA [202757] lot ID: 5826A

MP COA [202757] lot ID: 6523K

MP COA [202757] lot ID: 9195K

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