Food Grade Paprika Oleoresin (CAS 68917-78-2)

Paprika Oleoresin (Capsicum Oleoresin, CAS 68917-78-2 / 8023-77-6) is a natural food additive manufactured from the fruits of capsicum (Solanaceae family) via standardized physical extraction and refining processes.

This product is a deep red to orange-red oily liquid, with the characteristic pungent odor and heat sensation of chili peppers. Its core active components include capsaicinoids, paprika red pigment, and a variety of volatile flavor compounds.

As a flavor enhancer and colorant approved by the National Food Safety Standard of China GB 2760, Paprika Oleoresin is widely used in compound seasonings, meat products, convenience foods, pickled vegetables, puffed snacks and other food industry segments.

As a professional source manufacturer, we supply Paprika Oleoresin in a full range of specifications, including oil-soluble, water-soluble and decolorized grades, with stable bulk supply capacity for global customers.

1. What is Paprika Oleoresin?

Paprika Oleoresin (also universally known as Capsicum Oleoresin, CAS 68917-78-2 / 8023-77-6) is a natural functional ingredient extracted and refined from the fruits of chili peppers (Solanaceae Capsicum genus) via standardized physical processes. It is a multi-functional additive that integrates pungency enhancement, flavoring and coloring, with core active components including capsaicinoids, natural paprika red pigment and various volatile flavor compounds.

2. Is Paprika Oleoresin safe for food and industrial applications?

Yes, Paprika Oleoresin is completely safe when used within the standard-specified dosage range. It is not a chemically synthesized illegal additive, but a natural extract derived purely from chili peppers via physical extraction. Its safety has been strictly evaluated and officially recognized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations/World Health Organization (FAO/WHO), as well as food safety authorities in the US, EU, China and other countries worldwide. It is a GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) natural food ingredient, with no toxic residues or adverse effects when used in accordance with international food safety standards.

3. What is the difference between Paprika Oleoresin and regular chili powder?

Paprika Oleoresin has significant advantages over traditional chili powder for industrial applications, making it a more cost-effective pungency solution:

Ultra-concentrated pungency: 1kg of 4% capsaicin Paprika Oleoresin delivers the same pungency as 80-120kg of dried chili powder, greatly reducing transportation and storage costs.

Superior stability: It solves the pain points of chili powder such as easy mold growth, flavor loss and short shelf life, with a shelf life of up to 24 months.

Better dispersibility: It can be evenly dispersed in oil, water and emulsion systems, ensuring consistent and stable pungency throughout the product shelf life, which cannot be achieved by chili powder.

Higher value: It can be customized by pungency, solubility and color, to precisely match different industrial application needs.

4. What grades and specifications of Paprika Oleoresin do you supply?

As a professional source manufacturer, we provide a full range of customizable Paprika Oleoresin specifications to meet diverse industrial needs:

By Solubility: Oil-soluble grade, water-soluble grade, emulsified grade

By Pungency: 0.5% to 40% capsaicin content (higher customized specifications available on request)

By Color: Standard red grade, decolorized grade (slight yellow tint), colorless grade

By Form: Liquid grade, powder grade

5. What are the main applications of Paprika Oleoresin?

Paprika Oleoresin is widely used in food, pharmaceutical, agricultural and industrial sectors worldwide, with core application scenarios including:

Food Industry: Compound seasonings, sauces, hot pot bases, instant noodle seasoning packets, meat products, puffed snacks, pickled vegetables, bean products and other processed foods

Pharmaceutical Industry: Topical preparations for pain relief, anti-rheumatism, digestion promotion, and weight management nutraceuticals

Agricultural Industry: Natural biopesticides and insect repellents for aphids, leaf-eating insects and other pests

Industrial Applications: Marine antifouling coatings, rodent-repellent cable sheathing, and self-defense spray products

6. What is the recommended dosage of Paprika Oleoresin in food products?

The recommended dosage varies by product formula, application scenario and expected pungency, with general reference ranges in line with global food safety standards:

Chicken bouillon, seasoning sauces, salad dressings: maximum usage level of 10.0 g/kg

Puffed snacks: maximum usage level of 1.0 g/kg

Prepared meat, cured meat, pickled vegetables: used according to production needs

We can provide professional dosage suggestions and formula optimization support based on your specific product and application.

7. What production technology do you use for your Paprika Oleoresin?

We adopt industry-leading production technology to ensure premium and stable product quality:

Supercritical CO₂ Extraction Technology: Compared with traditional solvent extraction, our products are tested free of benzopyrene and plasticizers, with higher purity and safer quality.

Three-Stage Countercurrent Extraction System: The solvent recovery and utilization rate reaches up to 97%, which greatly reduces production costs and allows us to offer more competitive factory-direct prices.

Full-Process Traceable Quality Control: We realize full traceability from raw material planting to finished product delivery, with strict quality inspection for each batch.