| Identification | |
| Name: | capsaicin |
| Synonyms: | Capsaicine; 8-Methyl-N-vanillyl-6-nonenamide; |
| CAS: | 404-86-4 |
| EINECS: | 206-969-8 |
| Molecular Formula: | C18H27NO3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 305.42 |
| InChI: | InChI=1/C18H27NO3/c1-14(2)8-6-4-5-7-9-18(21)19-13-15-10-11-16(20)17(12-15)22-3/h6,8,10-12,14,20H,4-5,7,9,13H2,1-3H3,(H,19,21)/b8-6+ |
| Molecular Structure: |  |
| Properties | |
| Transport: | UN 2811 |
| Flash Point: | 263.1oC |
| Boiling Point: | 511.5oCat760mmHg |
| Density: | 1.041g/cm3 |
| Stability: | Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
| Water Solubility: | insoluble |
| Solubility: | practically insoluble in cold water |
| Appearance: | white crystalline powder |
| Specification: | Off-White Crystalline Solid usageEng:A representative lot is a 5:1 E:Z mixture. It is used as a tool in neurobiological research. Prototype vanilloid receptor agonist. Topical analgesic. Safety Statements:22-26-28-36/39-45-36/37/39 22:Do not breathe dust 26:In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice 28:After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of ... (to be specified by the manufacturer) 36/39:Wear suitable protective clothing and eye/face protection 45:In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible) 36/37/39:Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection |
| Packinggroup: | II |
| Biological Activity: | Prototypic vanilloid receptor agonist (pEC 50 values are 7.97 and 7.10 at rat and human VR1 receptors respectively). Excites a subset of primary afferent sensory neurons, with subsequent antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory effects. Reversibly inhibits aggregation of platelets. Also available as part of the Vanilloid TRPV1 Receptor Tocriset? . |
| Flash Point: | 263.1oC |
| Color: | Pure dark red solid Monoclinic rectangular plates and scales from petroleum ether |
| Usage: | A representative lot is a 5:1 E:Z mixture. It is used as a tool in neurobiological research. Prototype vanilloid receptor agonist. Topical analgesic. |
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