Lecitein Limited

  By now we have talked various times about lecithin and how it is widely used as an emulsifier and surfactant in various products, ranging from food and beverages to pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. While it is commonly associated with soybeans, lecithin can also be extracted from other sources such as sunflowers and eggs. What we haven’t talked about, interestingly, is the fact that lecithin was once considered a waste product of the soybean oil refining process. We’re talking about this today because understanding the evolution of lecithin is essential for manufacturers, suppliers, and consumers alike. If you know the history of lecithin, its various uses and benefits, you can appreciate the importance of this ingredient and its impact on the industry. A Brief History of Lecithin Lecithin was first discovered by the French scientist, Maurice Gobley, in 1850. He extracted the substance from egg yolks and named it "lecithin" after the Greek word lekithos , which means eg...

Manufacturers do their due diligence on suppliers when it comes to raw material procurement for production. Good suppliers are key to establishing a strong supply chain and maintaining profit margins. In recent years, however, the world has witnessed so much uncertainty that good suppliers have become a rarity. At least that has been the case since COVID-19 for lecithin suppliers. This blog is especially for those who are struggling to find a lecithin supplier who can commit to providing a long-term sustainable solution. Here are the top 5 qualities to look for in a lecithin supplier: 1.     They Must be Experts in their Field When seeking lecithin suppliers, make it a point to only connect with those with a good market reputation and relevant certifications like LECITEIN . Another good indicator of their expertise is if they only provide lecithin extracted from a specific source, plants, for instance. Verifiable certifications ensure that the supplier doesn’t c...