16-Hydroxy Capsaicin

• CAT Number: R052345
• CAS Number: 112848-19-8
• Molecular Formula: C18H27NO4
• Molecular Weight: 321.417
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: (6E)-8-Hydroxy-N-[(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)methyl]-8-methyl-6-nonenamide
• Storage: Desiccate at RT
• IUPAC Name: (E)-8-hydroxy-N-[(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)methyl]-8-methylnon-6-enamide
• InChI: InChI=1S/C18H27NO4/c1-18(2,22)11-7-5-4-6-8-17(21)19-13-14-9-10-15(20)16(12-14)23-3/h7,9-12,20,22H,4-6,8,13H2,1-3H3,(H,19,21)/b11-7+
• InChIKey: OGBQQOBPAFILCJ-YRNVUSSQSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C)(C=CCCCCC(=O)NCC1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)OC)O

16-Hydroxy capsaicin is a naturally occurring analog of capsaicin, the active component in chili peppers responsible for their pungency. This compound features an additional hydroxyl group, enhancing its biological activity and solubility. 16-Hydroxy capsaicin exhibits similar properties to capsaicin, including analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. Research on this compound explores its potential therapeutic applications, particularly in pain management and as an anti-inflammatory agent, aiming to develop new treatments with improved efficacy and reduced side effects.