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Superior Kusmi Lemon Shellac is a high-purity, hand-crafted natural resin derived from select Kusmi seedlac and processed using traditional Indian techniques. This grade is particularly valued for its exceptional clarity, light lemon color, and high film-forming capacity, making it suitable for sensitive applications in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food, and wood finishing industries. Produced manually by expert artisans, the shellac is extracted through heat and pressure and formed into thin sheets or flakes without any mechanical interference, preserving its natural composition and integrity.
With a low matter-insoluble content (0.75%–1.0%) and strict control on color index (6 max), this shellac grade represents one of the purest and brightest forms of handmade shellac. It is entirely free from harmful additives like rosin and orpiment and demonstrates excellent solubility, adhesion, gloss, and biodegradability. These properties make Superior Kusmi Lemon Shellac a preferred choice for premium applications demanding both performance and visual aesthetics.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Matter Insoluble in Hot Alcohol | Basic Limit: 0.75% / Relaxed Limit: 1.00% |
| Color Index | Max. 6 |
| Rosin & Orpiment | Free |
| Volatile Matter | Not more than 2% |
| Ash Content | Max. 0.5% |
| Wax Content | Not more than 5.5% |
| Matter Soluble in Water | Max. 0.5% |
| Flow | As agreed between buyer & seller |
| Heat Polymerisation | As agreed (typically at 150°C) |
| Acid Value | As agreed between buyer & seller |
| Lead Content | As agreed between buyer & seller |
| Iodine Value | As agreed between buyer & seller |
Bright Lemon Color: Light, appealing appearance ideal for high-end and color-sensitive applications.
High Purity: Very low insoluble matter ensures consistency, clarity, and ease of application.
Rosin-Free: Completely natural composition with no synthetic additives or heavy metal contaminants.
Excellent Film-Forming: Creates a hard, glossy, and smooth finish on various substrates.
Thermo-reactive: Allows for controlled heat polymerization in industrial processes.
Eco-Friendly & Biodegradable: Safe for use in food and pharmaceutical applications; environmentally sustainable.
Hand-Crafted Precision: Traditional processing ensures unmatched purity and artisanal quality.
✔ Pharmaceutical Industry
Used as a natural coating agent for pills and tablets
Time-release and enteric formulations due to controlled solubility
✔ Food Industry
Edible coatings for confectioneries, fruits, chocolates, and bakery items
Printing inks for food surfaces (e.g., eggs and cheese)
✔ Cosmetics & Personal Care
Base resin in hair sprays, mascaras, nail polishes, and lip products
Provides hold, gloss, and adhesion without harmful residues
✔ Wood Finishing & Varnishes
French polish applications for fine furniture and musical instruments
Decorative and protective sealants for interior woodwork
✔ Electrical & Printing
Insulating varnishes for electrical components
Binders in food-safe printing inks
