Soya Lecithin

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Soya Lecithin is a natural phospholipid-rich substance extracted from soybean oil. It is a brownish-yellow viscous liquid or semi-solid with excellent emulsifying, stabilizing, and dispersing properties. This 25kg packaged product is widely used as an additive in food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial applications to improve texture, shelf life, and product stability.

Description

Uses


Primary Uses 

Food Industry

  • Emulsifier: Used in bakery, chocolate, margarine, and confectionery to improve texture and shelf life.

  • Release Agent: Prevents sticking in baking and chocolate processing.

  • Nutritional Supplement: Added for its phospholipid content and health benefits.

Pharmaceutical Industry

  • Excipient: Acts as an emulsifier and dispersing agent in oral and topical formulations.

  • Liposome Production: Used in drug delivery systems.

Cosmetics & Personal Care

  • Emulsifier: Stabilizes creams, lotions, and hair care products.

  • Moisturizer: Enhances skin hydration.

Industrial Applications

  • Paints & Coatings: Used as a dispersant and stabilizer.

  • Animal Feed: Improves digestibility and nutrient absorption.

Secondary Uses (Less Common/Niche Applications)

Agriculture

Seed Coating: Used to improve seed handling and germination.

PRODUCT KEY FEATURES

Basic Identification Attributes

  • Chemical Name (IUPAC): Phosphatidylcholine-rich lecithin mixture

  • Common/Trade Name: Soya Lecithin

  • CAS Number: 8002-43-5

  • HS Code: 2103.90.99

  • Synonyms: Soy lecithin, Phosphatidylcholine

Physical & Chemical Properties

  • Physical State: Viscous liquid or semi-solid paste

  • Color & Odor: Brownish-yellow; mild characteristic odor

  • Solubility: Dispersible in water and oil phases

  • Density: Approx. 1.03 g/cm³

  • Phospholipid Content: Typically 60-70%

Safety & Hazard Attributes

  • GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous

  • Toxicity: Low toxicity; widely regarded as safe

  • Exposure Limits: No specific occupational limits

Storage & Handling Attributes

  • Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

  • Container Type: 25kg drums or pails

  • Shelf Life: 12-18 months under proper storage

  • Handling Precautions: Avoid contamination; maintain hygiene

Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

  • Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status

  • Complies with FDA, EU food additive regulations

  • REACH registered

Environmental & Health Impact

  • Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable

  • Ecotoxicity: Low environmental toxicity

Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate

SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

Safety Handling Precautions

  • PPE Required: Gloves recommended for prolonged handling

  • Handling Guidelines: Use good manufacturing practice; avoid contamination

  • Storage Measures: Keep containers tightly closed

First Aid Measures

  • Inhalation: Unlikely route of exposure; move to fresh air if discomfort occurs

  • Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water; no significant irritation expected

  • Eye Contact: Rinse with water if contact occurs; seek medical advice if irritation persists

  • Ingestion: Generally safe; consult physician if adverse effects occur

Firefighting Measures

  • Fire Hazards: Combustible at high temperatures

  • Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, COâ‚‚

Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, phosphorous oxides