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| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Matter Insoluble in Hot Alcohol | Basic Limit: 2.0% Relaxed Limit: 3.0% |
| 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% |
Rich Golden Color: Natural golden tone makes it ideal for premium finishes and coatings.
Moderate Purity: Slightly higher insoluble content than Kusmi grades, offering a good balance between cost and performance.
Versatile Usability: Can be easily processed into a wide range of shellac forms such as machine-made and dewaxed varieties.
Traditional Processing: Washed and dried by time-tested methods ensuring retained resin quality and organic character.
Economical Choice: Preferred for industrial applications requiring shellac with broader tolerance levels in specifications.
Shellac Manufacturing:
Used in both heat and solvent processes for the production of Lemon, Orange, and Standard shellac grades.
Wood Finishing Industry:
Ideal for polishing and sealing wooden furniture, musical instruments, and decorative artifacts.
Food-Grade Shellac:
Can be refined into food-safe shellac used in coating fruits, candies, and pharmaceutical tablets.
Adhesives & Sealants:
Used as a binder or adhesive in natural and biodegradable formulations.
Printing Inks & Varnishes:
Adds gloss and adhesion properties to eco-conscious ink and coating products.
