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| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Matter Insoluble in Hot Alcohol | Basic Limit: 3.0% Relaxed Limit: 5.0% |
| Color Index (Gardner, max) | 18 |
| Volatile Matter (max) | 2.5% |
| Bleach Index | As agreed between buyer & seller |
| Matter Soluble in Water (max) | 1.0% |
| Ash Content | As agreed between buyer & seller |
| Wax Content (max) | 5.5% |
High Tolerance Grade: Allows higher insoluble matter, making it suitable for non-critical applications.
Darker Shade Profile: High color index allows production of darker, richer shellac finishes.
Economical Input Material: Ideal for applications where raw shellac refinement cost needs to be minimized.
Standardized Supply Chain: Commonly available and widely accepted in both domestic and export markets.
Customizable Output: Suitable for tailoring into various machine or hand-made shellac grades through local processing.
Shellac Manufacturing:
Used to produce lower- to mid-grade machine or hand-made shellac for general-purpose coatings and polishes.
Wood Polish & Finishes:
Suitable for traditional furniture polish and varnish in budget-sensitive markets.
Printing Inks:
Provides excellent binding properties in conventional ink formulations.
Non-Critical Industrial Coatings:
Used in protective lacquers for packaging, craft goods, or temporary seals.
Bleached Shellac (Low Purity):
Can be chemically processed into bleached shellac for secondary applications.
Agricultural & Rural Uses:
Sometimes used in non-industrial applications due to its affordability and availability.
