Hydrogenated lecithin

Hydrogenated lecithin (CAS 92128-87-5), also known as HSPC, is a fully or partially saturated phospholipid derived from lecithin through catalytic hydrogenation.

Where is Hydrogenated lecithin used?

• Pharmaceutical: primary lipid component in liposomal drug delivery systems
• Food: emulsifier in fat-based systems, chocolate coatings and margarine
• Cosmetic and personal care: skin-conditioning emulsifier in creams, serums and liposomal systems
• It targets active ingredient penetration and modifies rheology in topical and oral dosage forms.

Good to know: Hydrogenation eliminates unsaturated fatty acid bonds, giving greater oxidative stability than standard lecithin. Pharmaceutical-grade material meets USP and Ph. Eur. specifications, with defined phosphatidylcholine content relevant to liposomal applications.

Commercial specifications

• Defined phosphatidylcholine content
• Food-grade supply available; grade selection driven by purity requirements and regulatory frameworks