What is PURE capsaicin (and is it legal)?

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What is capsaicin?

Cream Section Separator Capsaicin is the natural chemical found in chili peppers that makes them HOT. Read the full article

There is no commercially available product that is 100% pure capsaicin, but products labeled as “pure capsaicin” typically range from 96%-99% purity.

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How hot is it?

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15,760,000 SHU compares to...6,400x spicier than jalapeños, ranging from 2,500-10,000 SHU160x spicier than habaneros, ranging from 100,000-350,000 SHU

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Is capsaicin the spiciest thing on earth?

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Pure capsaicin is legal and sold commercially in the United States as an extract. In the UK it may not legally be sold as an ingredient or used in any food product but is sold as a collector’s item.

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Where to buy it

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