Shellac Lemon #1 Flaked Shellac

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P.A.T Shellac Lemon #1 Flaked Shellac is a resin produced by the female lac bug on trees in the forests of India and Thailand. Lemon #1 shellac specifically contains between 2% and 5% natural shellac wax. When utilized, it produces milky dispersions with a medium color shade in various solvents. Coatings and films made with wax-containing shellacs result in surfaces that exhibit a satin gloss. This specific formulation offers a unique combination of resin and wax properties, making it suitable for applications where a particular color shade and satin gloss finish are desired.

Chemical Name: Shellac

CAS Number: 9000-59-3

Synonyms: Citrus gleam

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name: Shellac
Technologies: Base Chemicals & Intermediates,
CASE Ingredients
Product Families: CASE Ingredients — Additives
Surface Modifiers
Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Intermediates
Hydrocarbons & Waxes

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features

Product Properties

Lemon #1 shellac contains between 2% and 5% natural shellac wax.
It yields milky dispersions of medium color shade in various solvents.
Coatings and films of wax containing shellacs have surfaces with satin gloss. Ready-for-use solutions for the product are available.

Applications & Uses

Base Chemicals End Uses: Coatings,
Film

Properties

Specifications


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Ash Content	0.5	%	-
Wax Content	2.5 - 5	%	-
Hot Alcohol Insoluble	max. 2	%	-
Loss on Drying	max. 2	%	-
Melting Point	98 - 99	°C	-
Flow	57	mm	-
Saponification Value	185 - 200	mg KOH/g	-
Acid Value	60 - 75	mg KOH/g	-

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Regional Availability

Global

Packaging Information

25kg jute bags

Storage & Handling

Storage and Shelf Life Conditions: The shelf life of the product will be more than five years if stored/transported at temperatures less than 20 °C (68 °F). Higher temperatures will accelerate aging of the solid material and raise the risk of "blocking, especially under the influence of humidity.