Sona

Sona Shellac is a premium-grade machine-made shellac known for its superior clarity, refined purity, and golden-yellow tone. It is processed through the heat method using steam heat and hydraulic pressure, allowing for efficient filtration and high-grade resin extraction. ?Sona,? meaning ?gold? in Hindi, reflects the shellac’s distinct golden appearance, which is aesthetically appealing and particularly valued in high-end applications where appearance, purity, and consistency are critical. This grade is widely used in industries where product safety, visual appeal, and fine film quality are essential. Sona Shellac is a top-tier, visually striking shellac ideal for industries seeking both aesthetic excellence and high purity. It?s often selected for premium or export-oriented goods where quality cannot be compromised.

Key Features

  • Golden Appearance: Renowned for its natural golden-yellow hue that imparts brilliance and elegance to finishes and coatings.

  • High Purity: Low impurity content due to rigorous machine processing and filtration, often under 0.5?0.75% insolubility in hot alcohol.

  • Excellent Film Quality: Forms clear, smooth, hard, and glossy films with excellent adhesion properties.

  • Fast Drying & Low Odor: Quick-setting with minimal odor, suitable for food-safe and cosmetic applications.

  • Versatile Solubility: Easily dissolves in ethanol and other alcohols, compatible with numerous formulation systems.

  • Eco-friendly & Biodegradable: Naturally sourced from lac insect secretions, free from synthetic resins or plastics.

Applications

1. Food Coating & Confectionery

  • Used in premium-quality food glazes and confectionery coatings due to its low toxicity and food-grade potential (when further refined).

2. Pharmaceuticals

  • Suitable for enteric and protective coating on capsules and tablets, helping in controlled release and improving shelf-life.

3. Wood Polish & High-End Furniture Finishing

  • Preferred for antique restoration and luxury furniture due to its beautiful golden finish and protective qualities.

4. Printing Inks & Surface Coatings

  • Adds gloss, adhesion, and water resistance to inks used in premium printing applications.

5. Cosmetics

  • Utilized in products like nail polish and hair sprays for its non-toxic, glossy film-forming nature.

6. Crafts & Artistic Uses

  • A popular choice for decorative arts, gold leaf sealing, and traditional musical instrument coatings.

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