Food industry- emulsifier in chocolate margarine baked goods dressings. Pharmaceuticals- used in drug delivery systems and soft gel capsules. Cosmetics- creams lotions and hair products for smooth texture. Animal feed- improves fat digestion and nutrient absorption. Industrial- paints inks and lubricants.

To stabilize emulsions. Improve texture consistency and shelf life. Enhance dispersibility of ingredients. Aid in absorption of fats and active compounds.

Soybean lecithin is a natural mixture of phospholipids extracted from soybeans. It appears as a brownish oily liquid or semi-solid and contains about 30% phosphatidylcholine along with other lipids. It is amphiphilic which makes it an excellent emulsifier.