Lecithin

Lecithin is a light brown to brown semiliquid with a characteristic odor. It is partly soluble in water and acetone, and soluble in chloroform and benzene. It is derived from sources such as soy, corn, vegetable seeds, and egg yolks.

Product Details

Formula:

C42H80NO8P

CAS Number:

8002-43-5

Also Known As:

L-alpha-Phosphatidyl choline

Structure:

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applications:

Lecithin is most commonly used as an emulsifying agent. Its other applications include food products, paints, petroleum, printing inks, cosmetics, release agents, lubricants, and rubbers.

Typical Specifications

Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.

Appearance

Light brown to brown semiliquid

Density, g/cm3

1.0305

Melting point, °C

236-237

Molecular weight, g/mol

758.1

Odor

Characteristic odor

Purity, %

≥99

Refractive index, n20/D

1.4649-1.4710

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