Lecithin is a yellowish – brown amphiphilic simultaneously water loving and fat loving substance found in the tissues of all living organisms. Discovered in 1850s by French scientist Maurice Gobley,it was named “lekithos” after the Greek word for ‘egg yolk’ which is a rich source of lecithin.Today lecithin is the generic name given to a whole class of fat-and-water soluble compounds called phospholipids. Lecithin is a popular emulsifier a substance that holds otherwise repelling materials like oil and water together to form a consistent solutionused in food, feed, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Industry Experts prefer Lecithin over other emulsifier alternatives because of its all-natural origin and innate bio-affinity, making it the perfect label-friendly ingredient. Moreover, Lecithin’s role as a health ingredient and its omnipresence in our everyday life is fairly understated. Fact is, you are always surrounded by Lecithin in some way or the other.
Did you know?
Lecithins — or phospholipids — are nature’s own emulsifiers and an essential part of every living cell. In the human body, they make up nearly 30% of the brain’s dry weight and an impressive 75% of the liver’s fat composition. Beyond structural support, lecithin aids in fat metabolism, helps regulate cholesterol balance, and supports healthy brain signaling for focus and memory.
From supporting your nervous system health to enhancing the quality of foods you enjoy daily, lecithin is a tiny molecule with a big impact.
Lecithin Products
Radhey Nutri Foods offers a comprehensive range of soy and sunflower lecithin products tailored to food, feed, nutraceutical, and industrial applications. Our lecithins are standardized, high-purity, and compliant with global food safety standards, ensuring consistent quality and performance across formulations.
Soya Lecithins
1. Standardized Soya Lecithin Fluid
Available in Regular and Light variants
Also offered as Bleached Soya Lecithin Fluid for specialized applications
Applications:
Chocolate, instant drink mixes, non-dairy creams, whole milk powders, meat sauces, gravies, bakery goods, chewing gums, ice creams, noodles, salad oils, instant/dehydrated foods, release agents
2. De-Oiled Soya Lecithin (Powder)
Ideal for low-fat or dry formulations
Applications:
Instant drink mixes, non-dairy creams, whole milk powders, bakery goods, ready meals, soups, salad dressings, dietary supplements, nutraceutical formulations, skin care products
3. Hydrolysed Soya Lecithin Liquid
Specialized functional lecithin with improved emulsification and gel-forming properties
Applications:
Cosmetics, skin care, emulsifying agents, pet food, aqua feed, shrimp and prawn feed, cattle and poultry feed
4. Feed-Grade Soya Lecithin Liquid
Specifically processed for animal nutrition
Applications:
Pet food, aqua feed, cattle feed, poultry feed
Sunflower Lecithins
Liquid & De-Oiled Variants
Allergen-free alternative to soy lecithin
Applications:
Chocolate, instant drink mixes, non-dairy creams, whole milk powders, bakery goods, chewing gums, ice creams, noodles, salad oils, instant and dehydrated foods
Rapeseed Lecithins
Rapeseed lecithin is a versatile, plant-derived emulsifier extracted from non-GMO rapeseeds, widely valued for its excellent functional and nutritional properties. It is naturally rich in phospholipids, making it a preferred choice for food, feed, and industrial applications. Processed under strict quality control, rapeseed lecithin offers a neutral taste, light color, and stable performance in diverse formulations.
Applications:
Food Industry: Enhances texture, stability, and shelf life in baked goods, chocolates, confectionery, margarines, and instant products.
Feed Industry: Serves as an energy-rich additive for animal nutrition and feed supplements.
Industrial Use: Acts as a natural emulsifier and dispersing agent in paints, inks, and cosmetics.