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Sunflower Lecithin
Sunflower Lecithin is an important emulsifier in manufacturing. It improves the texture of products and has many health-promoting properties. Differentiate your offer with the help of Sunflower Lecithin.
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Technical aspects
Sunflower Lecithin is available in powder or liquid form. It is a mixture of numerous lipid-like substances and is extracted from the sunflower plant as a by-product of oil refining.
In addition to phospholipids, Sunflower Lecithin also contains triglycerides, carbohydrates, water and glycolipids. It has nutritional properties because it has a variety of functions in the body – it is the building block of every cell in the body, supports concentration and memory processes. In addition, Sunflower Lecithin is an emulsifier and has a moisturizing and emollient effect.
| Physical and chemical properties | Value |
|---|---|
| Acetone insoluble [%] | min 60 |
| Moisture [%] | max 1 |
| Acid value [mg KOH/g] | max 35 |
| Peroxide value [meq O2/1kg] | max 5 |
| Toluene insoluble [%] | max 0,3 |
| Hexane insoluble [%] | max 0,3 |
| Viscosity 25°C [cP] | max 35000 |
| Color Gardner (10% hexane) | max 12 |
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Storage period
The storage period of Sunflower Lecithin is 18 months.
Packaging
Foodcom S.A. offers Sunflower Lecithin in bulk tanks or IBC tanks, and in powder form in 25 kg bags and Big Bags.
Application
In the food industry, Sunflower Lecithin extends shelf life and improves the texture of many baked goods. Its emulsifying and stabilizing properties make it an important ingredient in the production of instant soups, instant coffee, margarine and mayonnaise.
Sunflower Lecithin is also used in cosmetics as an excellent emulsifying agent. It has the ability to make the skin soft and supple, which helps with dryness and irritation.
In dietary supplements, Sunflower Lecithin helps maintain normal homocysteine and lipid metabolism. It also contributes to the proper functioning of the liver. It is used in preparations that promote memory and concentration.
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