Lecithin

• CAT Number: R027399
• CAS Number: 8002-43-5
• Molecular Formula: C42H80NO8P
• Molecular Weight: 758.06
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 3F-UB; AF 1; AF 1 (lecithin); Acti-Flow 68SB; Adlec; Airlink; Alcolec BS; Alcolec F 100; Alcolec PC 50; Alcolec PC 75;?Alcolec PG; Alcolec S; Alcolec Z 7; Basis LP 2070R; Basis LP 20B; Benecoat BMI 40; Bio Blatt Mehltaumittel; BioBlatt; Centiocap 162
• Storage: -80°C

Lecithin (Cat.No:R027399) is a fat that is essential in the cells of the body. Lecithin, from soybean, is a naturally occurring phospholipid found in a variety of biological materials, including plant and animal sources. Lecithin is a natural emollient, emulsifier, anti-oxidant, and spreading agent. As a hydrophilic ingredient, lecithin attracts water and acts as a moisturizer. 

Reference

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