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| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Matter Insoluble in Hot Alcohol | Basic Limit: 3.0% Relaxed Limit: 4.0% |
| Color Index (Gardner, max) | 10 |
| 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% |
Kusmi Origin: Sourced from the Kusmi sticklac variety, known for robust lac resin quality.
Cost-Effective: Offers value for money for industries that can tolerate slightly higher insoluble matter.
Versatile Application Base: Usable in a broad range of industrial shellac products including bleached and machine-made grades.
Natural Processing: Retains natural characteristics and is suitable for semi-refined applications.
Adaptable to Buyer Requirements: Parameters such as bleach index and ash content are negotiable, giving flexibility in procurement contracts.
Shellac Production:
Used for creating orange, standard, and other industrial shellac grades via both heat and solvent extraction methods.
Furniture & Wood Finishing:
Suitable for polishes and surface sealants where ultra-clarity is not essential.
Varnishes and Inks:
Employed in products requiring medium-color shellac with good adhesive and gloss properties.
Pharmaceutical Binders (with refining):
Can be processed into dewaxed or bleached shellac for use in tablet coatings and capsule sealants.
Electrical Insulation:
Used in the formulation of natural insulating varnishes and coatings.
