05202757-CF | CAS 404-86-4 | Capsaicin, natural | MPBIO
Key Features and Details
Capsaicin, Natural
| 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) |
