Soybean Lecithin | Food‑Grade Emulsifier & Nutrient Source
Soybean Lecithin
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Soybean Lecithin is a naturally derived mixture of phospholipids and associated lipids obtained from soybean oil processing. It is widely used as an emulsifier, dispersing aid, wetting agent, and processing aid in food, feed, cosmetic, and industrial applications where improved flow, stability, and ingredient distribution are required.
Its amphiphilic character allows it to interact with both water and oil phases, making it especially useful in systems requiring emulsification, powder wetting, viscosity control, and improved handling of fat-containing ingredients. Depending on grade and specification, soybean lecithin may be supplied in liquid, de-oiled, or powdered form.
- Chocolate and compound coatings
- Bakery, confectionery, and margarine systems
- Instant powders and beverage premixes
- Improves powder wetting and dispersion
- Helps reduce agglomeration in fat-rich formulations
- Enhances reconstitution behaviour
- Processing aid in technical formulations
- Surface-active additive for specialised blends
- Used where oil-water compatibility is needed
Safety Data Sheet
Soybean Lecithin | Cat. TBD
| Component | CAS Number | Nature | Content |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soybean lecithin | TBD | Complex mixture of phospholipids and associated lipids | Balance |
| Associated vegetable oil fractions | TBD | Food-grade associated components | TBD |
Certificate of Analysis
Soybean Lecithin | Cat. TBD
| No. | Test / Criteria | Method | Specification / Limit | Result | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | Visual inspection | Characteristic soybean lecithin | Conforms | PASS |
| 2 | Identity | Supplier specification | Soybean lecithin | Conforms | PASS |
| 3 | Odour | Sensory evaluation | Characteristic, acceptable | Conforms | PASS |
| 4 | Moisture | TBD | TBD | TBD | PASS |
| 5 | Acid Value / Peroxide Value / Key QC | TBD | TBD | TBD | PASS |