| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Matter Insoluble in Hot Alcohol | Basic Limit: 0.75% Relaxed Limit: 1.0% |
| Color Index (Gardner, max) | 8 |
| 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 Purity Seedlac: Carefully processed from Kusmi-origin sticklac, known for low resin contamination and uniformity.
Low Insolubility: Contains minimal insoluble residue, ensuring better clarity and processing ease in final products.
Light Golden Hue: Attractive pale golden appearance ideal for premium shellac conversion and color-sensitive applications.
Low Volatility: Reduced volatile content helps maintain stability over time and during processing.
Good Solubility: Easily soluble in alcohol, making it a suitable intermediate for multiple lac-based formulations.
Process Compatibility: Suitable for both solvent and heat-based manufacturing processes of dewaxed and bleached shellac.
Pharmaceutical Industry:
Raw material for protective tablet coatings and controlled-release formulations.
Food Industry:
Processed into food-grade shellac for use in fruit coatings, confectionery glazes, and bakery applications.
Wood & Furniture Finishing:
Used in high-gloss wood sealants and traditional furniture polishes.
Cosmetics:
Ingredient in hair sprays, nail lacquers, and natural formulations.
Printing Inks:
Enhances adhesion and gloss in specialty and eco-friendly printing ink applications.
Electrical Sector:
Used in insulation coatings and varnishes due to its dielectric properties.