Lecithin is a phosphatidylcholine of soybean origin. Used as an emulsifier and solubilizer for drugs in an aqueous solution, also as a vehicle for liposomes.
Synonyms: 1,2-Diacyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine; L-alpha-Lecithin; 3-sn-Phsophatidylcholine; L-alpha-Phosphatidylcholine
Physical Description: Viscous golden brown liquid
Application Notes
Lecithin is a good source of choline, which may help with brain function and growth. Used as an emulsifier and solubilizer for drugs in an aqueous solution, also as a vehicle for liposomes.
Usage Statement
Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department.
SKU | 02102148-CF |
Alternate Names | L-a-Phosphatidylcholine; 1,2-Diacyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine; L-alpha-Lecithin; 3-sn-Phsophatidylcholine; L-alpha-Phosphatidylcholine |
Application Notes | Lecithin is a good source of choline, which may help with brain function and growth. Used as an emulsifier and solubilizer for drugs in an aqueous solution, also as a vehicle for liposomes. |
Base Catalog Number | 102148 |
CAS # | 8002-43-5 |
EC Number | 232-307-2 |
Format | Viscous Liquid |
Hazard Statements | H317 |
Insoluble Matter | Acetone Insolubles: ≥62%; Hextane Insolubles: ≤0.1% |
Molecular Weight | 758.075 g/mol |
RTECS Number | OG7565000 |
Source | Soybean |
Usage Statement | Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department. |