Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on industry of fine chemicals research and develop, produce and sale. Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is located in Shan Dong Ji Nan China. we have the ability to provide you high quality products. More than 90 % of our products are exported to developed countries and regions such as north America, Europe, Japan, South Korea and the Middle East.
Basic Information
Product Name: Lecithin
CAS Number: 8002-43-5
Alias: Soy Lecithin, Phosphatidylcholine, Soybean Phospholipid
Chemical Full Name: Mixture of glycerophospholipids mainly containing phosphatidylcholine
Molecular Formula: Mixed complex phospholipid mixture, main component C42H82NO8P
Molecular Weight: Mixed molecular weight
EINECS: 232-307-2
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Natural mixed phospholipid amphiphilic compound
- Structural Features: Glycerin backbone connected with fatty acid hydrophobic long chains and phosphate-choline hydrophilic polar head; dual lipophilic & hydrophilic structure, excellent natural emulsifying ability
- Characteristic: Natural non-toxic emulsifier, edible, with skin moisturizing & repairing activity
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Light yellow to amber viscous liquid / pale yellow powder (deoiled grade)
- Odor: Faint characteristic soybean odor
- Melting Point: Liquid grade below room temperature; powder grade 55–70℃
- Density (20℃): 1.03–1.06 g/cm3
- Solubility: Insoluble in water, dispersible to form emulsion; soluble in ethanol, acetone, chloroform, vegetable oils
- Stability: Stable under sealed cool storage; easy to oxidize and darken under high temperature, strong light and air exposure; hydrolyzes under strong acid/alkali
Synthesis & Applications
Production Method
Extracted and separated from soybean oil sediment by degumming, centrifugation, deoiling, drying and purification.
Main Applications
- Food additive: Natural emulsifier for chocolate, bakery, margarine, beverage, instant food
- Cosmetic raw material: Skin repair emulsifier, moisturizer for cream, mask, essence
- Pharmaceutical auxiliary: Oral capsule solvent, liposome carrier, liver protection health raw material
- Feed additive: Nutritional emulsifier for livestock, poultry and aquaculture feed
- Industrial auxiliary: Paint & ink dispersant, plastic lubricant
Safety & Storage Instructions
GHS Hazard Classification
No serious hazard signal word
- H315 Causes mild skin irritation
- H319 Slightly irritates eyes
Personal Protection
Ordinary rubber gloves; avoid long-term contact with eyes, ventilated operation.
Storage Condition
Hermetically sealed nitrogen-filled drum, cool dry warehouse ≤25℃; isolate oxidants, strictly avoid light and air contact to prevent oxidation rancidity.
Transportation
General food-grade natural raw material; sealed packaging to avoid sunlight and high temperature.
Quality Specifications
- Phosphatidylcholine content: Liquid grade 20–30%; deoiled powder grade ≥95%
- Moisture: ≤1.0%
- Peroxide value: ≤5 meq/kg
- Acidity: ≤38 mgKOH/100g
Information Summary Table
| Item | Specification |
| CAS Number | 8002-43-5 |
| Product Name | Lecithin |
| Synonym | Soybean Lecithin, Phosphatidylcholine |
| Molecular Formula | Mixed phospholipid, main component C42H82NO8P |
| Molecular Weight | Mixed complex molecular weight |
| Appearance | Amber viscous liquid / pale yellow powder |
| Core Advantage | Natural edible emulsifier, widely used in food, cosmetics and health care |
| Storage Rule | Sealed light-proof low-temperature storage, nitrogen protection recommended |
| Hazard Property | Low toxicity, only mild skin and eye irritation |
| Main Usage | Food emulsifier, cosmetic skin repair raw material, health care liver-protecting material, feed additive |
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