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Lemon One Shellac is a machine-made shellac manufactured using the heat process, wherein Seedlac is melted using controlled steam heat and filtered under pressure to eliminate impurities. The purified shellac is then rolled into continuous sheets and broken into flakes for packaging. This grade is known for its bright lemon-amber hue and moderate levels of impurities, making it ideal for a broad range of industrial and decorative applications. Lemon One combines traditional resin properties like gloss, adhesion, and moisture resistance with more uniform quality and better process control than handmade alternatives. It is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, wood, and cosmetic industries where a clear, protective, and natural film is desired.
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Matter Insoluble in Hot Alcohol | Basic Limit: 1.0% Relaxed Limit: 1.5% |
| Color Index (Gardner Scale) | Max. 12 |
| Volatile Matter | ≤ 2% |
| Rosin and Orpiment | Free |
| Matter Soluble in Water | ≤ 0.5% |
| Ash Content | ≤ 0.5% |
| Wax Content | ≤ 5.5% |
| Flow | As agreed between buyer and seller |
| Heat Polymerization | Typically agreed at 150°C |
| Acid Value | As agreed between buyer and seller |
| Lead Content | As agreed between buyer and seller |
| Iodine Value | As agreed between buyer and seller |
Bright Natural Appearance: Lemon One offers a clear lemon-yellow to light amber appearance, enhancing visual appeal in coatings.
Versatile Purity Range: Maintains balance between workability and cost-effectiveness with impurity limits up to 1.5%.
Strong Adhesion & Gloss: Excellent for surface coatings that demand a high-gloss, durable finish.
Eco-Friendly: Naturally derived resin, biodegradable and non-toxic when used in approved applications.
Customizable Attributes: Several parameters such as acid value and flow are adaptable for formulation-specific needs.
1. Food Industry
Natural coating for fruits like apples and citrus to improve shelf life and shine.
Moisture barrier and glaze for candies, chocolates, and chewing gums.
2. Pharmaceuticals
Tablet and capsule coating to improve swallowability, gloss, and taste masking.
Acts as a binding and enteric material for sustained release forms.
3. Wood Finishing
Used in French polish and traditional wood coatings for furniture and antiques.
Adds clarity and warmth to wood grain in musical instruments and cabinetry.
4. Printing Inks & Varnishes
Used as a binder in ink formulations for food contact surfaces and labels.
Offers quick-drying and high-gloss properties in clear and pigmented varnishes.
5. Cosmetics
Ingredient in mascara, nail lacquers, and hair styling products due to its natural film-forming ability.
6. Electrical Applications
Used in insulating varnishes due to its dielectric properties and resistance to moisture.
