Capsaicin
| Chemical Formula | C₁₈H₂₇NO₃ |
| Molecular Weight | 305.41 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow crystalline solid or waxy solid |
| Odor | Pungent, characteristic of chili peppers |
| Melting Point | 62-65°C |
| Boiling Point | 210-220°C (at 0.01 mmHg) |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, acetone, and fats |
| Density | 1.012 g/cm³ |
| Flash Point | 113°C |
| LogP (Partition Coefficient) | 3.7 |
| Stability | Stable under normal conditions; sensitive to light |
| pH | Neutral to slightly acidic in solution |
