Dihydrocapsaicin is a capsaicinoid and analog and congener of capsaicin in chili peppers. Like capsaicin, it contributes to the spicy taste of chili peppers, although it is less potent than capsacian. Dihydrocapsaicin has been shown to induce hypothermia in rats, a property which may help protect victims of stroke and cardiac arrest.

Peracetic acid, also known as peroxyacetic acid, is an organic peroxide used an an antimicrobial agent. It is commonly utlized as a medical instrument and food industry disinfectant. Peracetic acid is also used in epoxidation of various alkenes, converting carbon–carbon double bonds into oxiranes. It is a strong oxidizing agent that can cause irritation to skin and respiratory tract.

3-Phenyl-1-propanol is a fragrance ingredient used in many compounds. It may be found in fragrances used in decorative cosmetics, fine fragrances, shampoos, toilet soaps and other toiletries as well as in non-cosmetic products such as household cleaners and detergents. It is a colorless slightly oily liquid, possessing a warm and mild, balsamic-floral, sweet odor of moderate tenacity. This material has been reported to occur in nature, with highest quantities observed in Guava and Feyoa. The worldwide volume of use for 3-phenyl-1-propanol is in the region of 100–1000 metric tons per year. 3-Phenyl-1-propanol was used to study the hydrogenation of trans-cinnamaldehyde using water-soluble organometallic complexes. It was used as starting reagent during the enantioselective synthesis of (S)- and (R)-dapoxetine.