The capsinoid compositions of the three pepper extracts are
different, and this may influence their antimicrobial effect. The
concentration of capsaicin and capsaicinoids used in this study did
not show an inhibitory effect on L. monocytogenes. Habanero which
has the highest content of capsaicin was the least effective as a bacterial
inhibitor. The pimiento morron extract, which contains m-coumeric
acid and cinnamic acid but no capsaicin, showed a good inhibitory
effect on the bacteria