USDA Certified Organic Lecithin
- CAS: 8002-43-5
- INCI: Organic lecithin
- Composition: Organic lecithin
- Appearance: Dark amber, honey-like consistency, characteristic odor
- Solubility: Soluble in oils, partly soluble in alcohols, dispersible in water
- Raw Material Source: Soybeans
Organic Lecithin
Products 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.