CAS 8002-43-5
Soya Lecithin
CAS 8002-43-5
Soya Lecithin is an emulsifier primarily used in food processing and cosmetics. Sourced from soybean oil, it facilitates blending oil and water, enhancing the texture and stability of various applications. Its versatility makes it a valuable ingredient in the food and beverage industry, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products. Soya Lecithin, produced by Process Agrohen Industries, is manufactured to meet industry standards, ensuring quality for diverse applications in both food and cosmetic formulations.
Main applicationFood emulsifier — stabilizes ingredients in dressings and sauces.\nNutraceutical formulations — enhances absorption of fat-soluble vitamins in supplements.\nBaked goods — improves texture and shelf-life by maintaining moisture.\nPersonal care products — acts as an emulsifier in creams and lotions for even distribution of ingredients.\nAnimal feed — improves nutrient absorption and feed efficiency in livestock.
Soya Lecithin is significant across industries as it allows manufacturers to create stable, high-quality products. By enhancing texture and extending shelf life, it meets both consumer expectations and regulatory standards in food processing, pharmaceuticals, and personal care. Its multifunctionality makes it a preferred choice among formulators looking for reliable emulsification solutions.
Also known as
- Soy Lecithin
- E322
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in 20 kg bags or 200 kg drums. Interested buyers should specify the desired pack size.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 8002-43-5
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- Brownish-yellow viscous liquid
Soya Lecithin is a natural phospholipid derived from soybeans. It acts as an emulsifying agent, enabling the stable mixing of ingredients that typically do not combine, such as oils and water. Its effectiveness in stabilization is influenced by its fatty acid composition and the ratio of phospholipids. When purchasing, buyers should consider the intended application to ensure the appropriate grade and form is selected, typically provided in liquid or powdered forms depending on the application requirements. The concentration of lecithins can vary significantly, which affects compatibility and performance in formulations.
Delivery
Soya Lecithin is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Food emulsifier — stabilizes ingredients in dressings and sauces.\nNutraceutical formulations — enhances absorption of fat-soluble vitamins in supplements.\nBaked goods — improves texture and shelf-life by maintaining moisture.\nPersonal care products — acts as an emulsifier in creams and lotions for even distribution of ingredients.\nAnimal feed — improves nutrient absorption and feed efficiency in livestock.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances product stability, ensuring consistent texture and quality.\nImproves nutrient absorption in both dietary supplements and food applications.\nHelps extend shelf life by maintaining moisture content in baked products.\nFacilitates easy blending of ingredients, saving time in production processes.\nReduces reliance on artificial emulsifiers, catering to natural product trends.
Quality assurance
- Documentation, including a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet, can be issued with a consignment where required.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Soya Lecithin?
The CAS registry number for Soya Lecithin is 8002-43-5. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Soya Lecithin?
Soya Lecithin is also referred to as Soy Lecithin and E322. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Soya Lecithin is supplied?
Soya Lecithin is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Soya Lecithin look like?
Soya Lecithin is described as brownish-yellow viscous liquid. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Soya Lecithin used for?
Common applications include food emulsifier — stabilizes ingredients in dressings and sauces.\nNutraceutical formulations — enhances absorption of fat-soluble vitamins in supplements.\nBaked goods — improves texture and shelf-life by maintaining moisture.\nPersonal care products — acts as an emulsifier in creams and lotions for even distribution of ingredients.\nAnimal feed — improves nutrient absorption and feed efficiency in livestock.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Soya Lecithin?
Soya Lecithin is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care and Cleaning & Detergents sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Soya Lecithin available in?
Available in 20 kg bags or 200 kg drums. Interested buyers should specify the desired pack size. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
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