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Sticklac is the raw, natural form of lac resin, directly harvested from trees after being secreted by the lac insect Laccifer lacca. These tiny insects live and reproduce on the branches of specific host trees—Palas, Ber, and Kusum—by attaching themselves and secreting a resinous coating as they mature.
This resin encrusts the branches and forms what is known as Sticklac. After collection, it still contains 50–60% impurities, including insect parts, bark, and other organic matter. Sticklac is typically processed further into Seedlac and Shellac through crushing, washing, filtering, and drying.
Sticklac is allowed for export from India, serving as the base raw material for all downstream lac-based products.
100% Natural Origin: Derived directly from the secretion of lac insects on host trees.
High Impurity Content: Contains up to 60% of natural debris and insect remains, requiring processing before application.
Varies by Tree Host: The quality, color, and chemical properties of Sticklac differ based on whether it originates from Palas, Ber, or Kusum trees.
Unprocessed Form: Acts as the primary input for all forms of refined lac—Seedlac, Shellac, Buttonlac, and Bleached Lac.
Renewable & Sustainable: Harvested through traditional methods without harming the environment or the host trees when done properly.
Primary Input for Seedlac Production
→ Sticklac is washed and crushed to produce Seedlac, a partially refined form of lac.
Raw Material for Shellac & Bleached Lac
→ Seedlac derived from Sticklac is further refined into various grades of Shellac and Bleached Lac for use in food, pharmaceuticals, and industry.
Used in Local Artisanal Products
→ In rural India, it is sometimes used directly in woodcraft, dyeing, and traditional sealing practices before purification.
Exported for Industrial Refining
→ Several countries import Sticklac for in-house refining based on their specific lac product needs.
