Capsicum Oleoresin

Capsicum Oleoresin · Pungent, hot chilli

Capsicum oleoresin is a concentrated extract of Capsicum annuum fruit that holds both the volatile aroma and the non-volatile flavour, colour or pungency compounds of the spice. It gives the full spice character at a small, consistent dose.

Quick Facts

• Common Name: Capsicum

• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum

• INCI: Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract

• Source / Plant Part: Fruit

• Origin: India

• Extraction / Process: Solvent extraction of the dried spice, solvent removed under vacuum

• Grades: 1% capsaicinoids, 3% capsaicinoids, 6% capsaicinoids

• Pack Sizes: 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg; larger quantities on request

Aroma & Character

Pungent, hot chilli

Common Uses

• Food and flavour: seasonings, sauces, snacks, beverages and spice blends (food-grade lots only).

• Nutraceutical: capsules and formulations, specified by active content.

• Colour and cosmetics: where relevant, as a natural colourant or active.

Storage

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from light. Viscous oleoresins may need gentle warming and stirring before use.

Every lot ships with a COA and SDS. Specification is confirmed per batch.