Product Description
Shellac is a natural, edible resin secreted by the female lac bug on trees in the forests of India and Thailand. This versatile biopolymer is processed and sold as dry flakes or powder, which can be dissolved in ethanol to make liquid shellac. Renowned for its excellent film-forming, high-gloss, and adhesive properties, Shellac is one of the few commercially available natural resins. It is widely used across the pharmaceutical, food, cosmetic, and industrial coating industries due to its GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status.
Product Properties
Property Value CAS Number 9000-59-3 Type Natural Thermoplastic Resin Appearance Light yellow to orange-brown flakes, buttons, or powder Solubility Soluble in alkaline solutions and organic solvents (especially ethanol); insoluble in water Grades Dewaxed, Wax-containing, Food Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade (USP/NF) Key Feature Excellent film-former, high gloss, low permeability Synonyms Lac Resin, Gum Lac Product Usage
Shellac is a highly versatile material with numerous applications in various industries:
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Extensively used as an enteric coating for tablets and capsules to protect drugs from stomach acid and allow for targeted release in the small intestine.
- Food Industry: Applied as a glazing agent on confectionery (e.g., candies, jelly beans), fruits, and coffee beans to provide a high-gloss finish and extend shelf life.
- Wood Finishing: A traditional and revered finish for wood furniture, musical instruments, and antiques, known for creating a deep, lustrous shine (French polishing).
- Cosmetics: Used in hairsprays, eyeliners, and mascaras for its film-forming properties.
- Industrial Applications: Serves as a primer, sealant, and barrier coating for wood, metal, and plastic; also used in the manufacturing of inks and grinding wheels.
Package:
25kgs/drum
Storage:
Store in a dry and ventilated warehouse.
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