Dihydrocapsaicin is a capsaicinoid and analog and congener of capsaicin in chili peppers (Capsicum). Like capsaicin, it is an irritant. It accounts for about 22% of the total capsaicinoid mixture and has the same pungency as capsaicin. Pure dihydrocapsaicin is a lipophilic colorless odorless crystalline to waxy compound. It is soluble in dimethyl sulfoxide and 100% ethanol. See also Capsaicin Nordihydrocapsaicin Homocapsaicin Homodihydrocapsaicin Nonivamide Scoville scale Pepper spray Hot sauce References External links Molecule of the Month Safety MSDS data Capsaicinoids Acetamides Methoxy compounds