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Hygroscopicity of Lecithin

Posted: Wed Jan 05, 2022 8:52 am
by z a b
Hello,

I would like to know whether lecithin is so hygroscopic as to increase its weight within minutes of being exposed to air.

Thanks!

Re: Hygroscopicity of Lecithin

Posted: Wed Jan 05, 2022 9:24 am
by ChenBeier
Physical Properties. Lecithins are hygroscopic. In the air they form sticky, waxy masses.

Re: Hygroscopicity of Lecithin

Posted: Wed Jan 05, 2022 10:20 am
by z a b
Thank you for your reply, Chen!