Lecithin Powder

Origin
USA
Extraction
De-oiled liquid lecithin
Derived from
Soy beans (Glycine max)
Suggested use
Food and cosmetic use
Lecithin is a waxy like ingredient derived from soybeans. It acts as an emulsifier and thickening agent
for both food and cosmetic products and improves a products shelf life by acting as a mild
preservative. A valuable ingredient for cosmetic creams, lotions, and other body delights. Powdered
lecithin blends easily and disperses evenly into most products and recipes.
Lecithin powder is a wonderful ingredient to add to your culinary and body care recipes. It contains
many beneficial properties, and is used as an emulsifier, thickener, stabilizer, mild preservative,
moisturizer, and emollient. Cosmetically, it may be added to moisturizers, makeup, shampoos,
conditioners, body washes, lip balms, and many other products. It is a great alternative to other
emulsifying and stabilizing agents, some of which are derived from petrochemical sources. For food
use, lecithin is often found in chocolate, baked goods, salad dressing, and many other prepared foods.
Typical Analysis
Color- Flat Yellow/Mustard
Odor- Flat
Size- US #40-50 Mesh
Acetone insoluble- 98%
Acid value- 24
Soybean oil- less than 2%
Moisture- 0.4%
Phosphatide Value
Phosphatidylcholine- 23%
Phosphatidylethanolamine- 19%
Phosphatidylinositol- 14%
Phosphatidic Acid- 8%
Nutritional Value (per 100 grams)
Calories- 700
Total Fat- 53 g
Saturated Fat- 13 g
Monounsaturated Fat- 5 g
Polyunsaturated fat- 35 g
Cholesterol- 0 mg
Sodium- 11 mg
Total Carbohydrate- 8 g
Protein- 0 g
Iron- 4 mg
Potassium- 1200 mg
Cosmetic Use
Lecithin powder may be easily added to your products by first dissolving it into the oil portion of your
recipe. To do this, heat the mixture while stirring, until the granules have been fully dissolved. The
amount of lecithin used depends upon the recipe type and size, and on the product thickness desired.
However, a general rule is 1/2-1 Tablespoon for a 19 oz batch of cream. We recommend experimenting
with the amount in small batches.
Culinary Use
Made from soybeans, our lecithin is a healthful and invaluable culinary ingredient. It is often present in
vegan or low fat cooking as an alternative to fat in baked goods, and improves moisture and texture at
the same time. It may be added to a variety of baked items including breads, cakes, casseroles, and
cookie dough as an anti-caking, pan release, and moisturizing agent. Bakers also employ lecithin for its
ability to help dough rise, create uniformity and suspension in the batter, and to lessen the doughs
tendency to be sticky while kneading. In addition, lecithin is commonly used for its emulsifying
properties in mayonnaise, margarine, shortening, salad dressing, and other water-oil combinations. For
the same suspending and emulsifying properties, it is added to various sauces, gravies, soups, nut
butters, and gravies. Lecithin is an important ingredient in chocolate, caramels, confectionary coatings
for spattering control, to prevent crystallization, and as an emulsifier.
Medicinal Applications
Because of its many health and cosmetic benefits, lecithin is truly an amazing ingredient. Lecithin may
be easily added to your culinary or cosmetic recipes. We recommend that you try this wonderful
product yourself, as it may prove to be a key ingredient for your overall health and well-being.
Precautions
Although no drug interactions have been found, we recommend speaking with your healthcare
practitioner before incorporating lecithin into your diet. Lecithin may cause mild gastrointestinal
upset, loose stools, or diarrhea.
For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug
Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.