Is there anything hotter than pure capsaicin?
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Pure capsaicin, the active component of chili peppers, measures a staggering 16 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU) and was once considered the pinnacle of pungency. However, the human race's pursuit of extreme sensations has led scientists and thrill-seekers alike to ask, is there anything hotter than pure capsaicin? The surprising truth is yes, and it is exponentially hotter.
