Lecithin – Natural Phospholipid Mixture

🧪 CAS Number: 8002-43-5

🌟 Product Description

Lecithin is a phospholipid mixture derived from natural sources such as soybeans, sunflower, or eggs. Due to its emulsifying, moisturizing, and antioxidant properties, it is widely used in the food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and feed industries. It is an essential additive that improves texture, particularly in chocolate, margarine, and bakery products.

🏭 Applications

🍫 Chocolate and confectionery production

🥐 Bakery and margarine products

💊 Pharmaceuticals and capsule coating

🧴 Cosmetics and skincare formulations

🐓 Animal feed additive

📊 Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance: Yellowish to brownish waxy substance

Odor: Mild characteristic odor

Chemical Structure: Mixture of phospholipids and triglycerides

Solubility: Soluble in oils, partially dispersible in water

Melting Point: 60–70 °C (depending on source)

⚠️ Storage & Safety

Lecithin should be stored in cool, dry, and light-protected environments. For food and cosmetic uses, only products that meet the relevant standards should be used.

🔑 Keywords

lecithin, CAS 8002-43-5, emulsifier, food additive, cosmetic raw material, phospholipid

📛 Other Names

Phosphatidylcholine, Phospholipid Mixture