Lecithin, USDA Certified Organic

Lecithin, USDA Certified Organic

Item No. EMF-LCTN-01
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Description
Description
USDA certified organic, natural, nonionic emulsifier (occurs in most living cells) consisting of 4 phospholipids (phosphatidyl choline, -ethanolamin, -serin, -inositol), capable to bind water & fats (prevents fat-water separation), derived from soybeans. HLB value about 4 (gives water-in-oil emulsions).
Benefits
  • Natural emulsifier and dispersing agent
  • Excellent water binding ability (prevents moisture loss)
  • Good emollient, anti-sticking and refatting properties
  • Controls viscosity
Use
Can be added to formulas as is, add to oil phase. Typical use level is 0.5 - 5%. In creams and lotions mostly used as co-emulsifier together with other, more potent emulsifiers. For external use only.
Applications
Lotions, creams, ointments, salves, body washes, shampoos, sun care products & after-sun products, body butter, makeup products.
CAS
8002-43-5
INCI
Organic lecithin
composition
Organic lecithin
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Dark amber, honey-like consistency, characteristic odor
Solubility
Soluble in oils, partly soluble in alcohols, dispersible in water
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
India
Raw Material Source
Soybeans
Manufacture
Produced by water degumming the extracted oil of soybeans using various solvents.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2923202000
Certifications
USDA Certified Organic (WA State Dept. of Agriculture)