| 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 agentExcellent water binding ability (prevents moisture loss)Good emollient, anti-sticking and refatting propertiesControls 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. |
| Product Number: | RUIOL502 |
| INCI: | Organic lecithin |
| Composition: | Organic lecithin |
| PurityGrade: | No purity grade applicable |
| Appearance: | Dark amber, honey-like consistency, characteristic odor |
| Solubility: | Soluble in oils, partly soluble in alcohols, dispersible in water |
| Preservation: | Preservative-free |
| Storage: | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
| Country: | USA |
| Animal: | Not animal tested |
| GMO: | GMO-free |
| Vegan: | Does not contain animal-derived components |
| HS: | 2923202000 |