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DE-OILED LECITHINS FROM LASENOR: INNOVATION AND QUALITY FOR THE FOOD INDUSTRY

September, 2024

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Explore how Lasenor, a leader in lecithin processing, provides high-quality de-oiled lecithin for various applications. Discover how our advanced technology and sustainable practices can optimize your products and processes.

LASENOR: A LEADER IN LECITHIN PRODUCTION

In the dynamic world of the food industry, Lasenor stands out as a specialist in lecithin processing. Our company offers a wide range of specialty lecithin, providing innovative solutions that meet the latest market demands and the needs of our domestic and international clients.

Since our inception, we have focused on the responsible sourcing of raw materials. Over the years, we have established our supply network and built factories in key lecithin-producing regions. This strategy allows us to exert greater control over the process and ensure sustainable practices throughout the supply chain.

WHAT IS LECITHIN?

Lecithin is a natural compound found in various plant and animal sources, such as soybeans, eggs, sunflowers, and rapeseed. It is essential in the food industry because it can emulsify and blend ingredients that would normally not combine. This makes it a valuable resource in producing various products, including chocolates and baked goods.

DE-OILED LECITHINS FROM LASENOR: INNOVATION AND QUALITY FOR THE FOOD INDUSTRY

In addition to its emulsifying properties, lecithin offers nutritional and functional benefits. It helps improve the texture, freshness, and stability of foods. In the pharmaceutical industry, lecithin is a stabilizing and emulsifying agent in drug formulations. Likewise, in animal nutrition, it helps improve digestibility and nutrient absorption.

LECITHIN MANUFACTURING PROCESSES: DE-OILING

Lecithin production involves several physical, enzymatic, and chemical processes that ensure its quality and functionality. One key process is standardization, which ensures that all parameters (physicochemical, organoleptic, microbiological, and sanitary) meet specifications during production. This rigorous control ensures that the lecithin is safe for use and consumption in various applications.

De-oiling is a process used to obtain pure lecithin powder. First, crude lecithin is mixed with acetone, which dissolves oils and triglycerides but not the desired phospholipids. The mixture is then cooled to precipitate the phospholipids. They are separated by filtration, and the phospholipids are washed with cold acetone to remove any remaining oil. Finally, the de-oiled lecithin is dried to remove the acetone, which is recovered and reused.

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Lasenor – Lecithin Pilot Plant

ADVANTAGES OF DE-OILED LECITHIN

De-oiled lecithin has a higher concentration of phospholipids compared to fluid lecithin. It has low residual oil content and a superior odor and flavor profile. The advantages of de-oiled lecithin include removing oil in the final formula, which is critical for many applications, and its powdered form, which facilitates handling and addition in various production processes.

Due to these advantages, de-oiled lecithin is widely used today in the food industry in numerous applications, such as baking, cookies, cocoa powder, non-dairy powdered mixes, cereal bars, plant-based beverages, whipped cream, and meat preparations. Along with its well-known emulsifying properties, the high purity of the product allows its application in pharmaceuticals and dietary supplements. The nutritional value of lecithin, containing active substances (choline, polyunsaturated fatty acids, inositol, etc.), makes it a significant supplement in normal diets and is highly valued in specific treatments (cholesterol, etc.).

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De-oiled process and Lasenor products

OUR DE-OILED LECITHIN PORTFOLIO

At Lasenor, we offer a variety of de-oiled lecithin to meet diverse needs:

  • – VEROLEC® P: De-oiled soybean lecithin.
  • – GIRALEC® P: De-oiled sunflower lecithin.
  • – GIRALEC® HE-60 P: Hydrolyzed and de-oiled sunflower lecithin.

These de-oiled lecithin are designed to deliver optimal performance in their respective applications.

CONCLUSION

Lasenor is committed to continuing innovation and improving our de-oiled lecithin lines. An expansion of our production capacity in India will increase our output starting in 2026. This commitment reflects our dedication to providing high-quality products that meet our customers’ demands and contribute to the advancement of the global food industry. With our focus on sustainability, quality, and innovation, we are well-positioned to continue leading the de-oiled lecithin market in the coming years.

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