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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Lecithin

Used in cosmetic products as antistatic, skin conditioning, emollient, surfactant, emulsifying and skin conditioning. Lecithins. The complex combination of diglycerides of fatty acids linked to the choline ester of phosphoric acid.

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Lecithin chemical structure, C42H80NO8P, CAS 8002-43-5
Lecithin
CAS 8002-43-5C42H80NO8P
74 suppliers
Lecithin

IUPAC name: [(2R)-3-hexadecanoyloxy-2-[(9E,12E)-octadeca-9,12-dienoyl]oxypropyl] 2-(trimethylazaniumyl)ethyl phosphate

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Lecithin suppliers

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Nature's Sunshine Products, Inc.
ManufacturerLehi, United States

Nature’s Sunshine is a leader in natural health, crafting over 450 dietary supplements rooted in herbal expertise.

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Chemtradeasia UAE
Distributor United Arab Emirates

Chemtradeasia UAE is your trusted partner for high-grade industrial chemicals and raw materials.

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Imperial Oel Import
Manufacturer Germany

ImperialOel: A know-how-driven, owner-managed ingredient company, supplying natural lipids and specialties globally.

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Chemtradeasia
Trader Singapore

Source industrial and specialty chemicals in Singapore with Chemtradeasia.

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Chemtradeasia
Trader Philippines

Source industrial and specialty chemicals in Philippines with Chemtradeasia.

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Clyzo
ManufacturerThane, Mumbai, India

Buy pharmaceutical excipients and raw materials online at Clyzo.

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paintcoatingsasia.com
Supplier Singapore

Tradeasia supplies quality paint Coatings, pigments, resins, additives, and coating raw materials with reliable service and global distribution.

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Alkan Chemical Europe
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Frequently asked questions

What is Lecithin used for in cosmetics?

Lecithin is used in cosmetic products as antistatic, skin conditioning, emollient, surfactant, emulsifying and skin conditioning. Lecithins. The complex combination of diglycerides of fatty acids linked to the choline ester of phosphoric acid.

Is Lecithin restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

No EU restriction annex is recorded for Lecithin in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.

What is the CAS number of Lecithin?

Lecithin is listed with CAS numbers 8002-43-5 and 8030-76-0 and EC numbers 232-307-2 and 310-129-7.

Where can I buy Lecithin?

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