
Description of Phosphatidylcholine Powder:
Phosphatidylcholine (PC) Powder is a phospholipid molecule with a unique structure.Its molecular structure has two distinct parts: a hydrophilic head and a hydrophobic tail.The hydrophilic head consists of a choline group, a phosphate group, and glycerol. This combination gives it a positive charge and makes it highly attracted to water.Hydrophobic tail: composed of two fatty acid chains, usually long chain fatty acids, hydrophobic.This unique structure allows phosphatidylcholine to form a phospholipid bilayer in an aqueous environment, which is the basic unit of cell and organelle membranes.
Specification of Phosphatidylcholine Powder:
| Product Information | Phosphatidylcholine |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Phosphatidylcholine |
| Natural Source | Yes |
| Specification | 20%-98% |
| Appearance | Yellow powder |
| Application | Health supplements (supplements, private label capsules/tablets), Low MOQ |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Testing Methods | UV/HPLC |
| Standards | USP/EP/CP |
Biological functions of phosphatidylcholine:
- Phosphatidylcholine, a major component of the cell membrane, actively helps maintain the cell membrane’s structure and function. For instance, it plays a key role in material transportation and information transfer.
- Lung surface-active substances: Dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine is a major component of lung surface-active substances, which helps to maintain alveolar stability and prevent alveolar atrophy.
- Phosphatidylcholine actively participates in cellular signal transduction, playing a crucial role in processes like cell growth, differentiation, and apoptosis.
- Components of lipoproteins: Phosphatidylcholine is an important component of lipoproteins and is involved in lipid transport.
- Neurotransmitter Synthesis: Phosphatidylcholine is a precursor for the synthesis of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which is essential for the normal function of the nervous system.
| Item | Specification | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | NLT 30% | 30.10% |
| Appearance | Yellow powder | Conform |
| Odor | Characteristic | Conform |
| Mesh Size | 100% pass 80mesh | Conform |
| Ash Content | NMT 5.0% | 2.22% |
| Loss on drying | NMT 5.0% | 2.62% |
Heavy Metal and Microbial Analysis:
| Item | Specification | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Lead | NMT 2 ppm | Conform |
| Cadmium | NMT 1 ppm | Conform |
| Mercury | NMT 1 ppm | Conform |
| Arsenic | NMT 2 ppm | Conform |
| Total Plate Count | NMT 1000 cfu/mg | Conform |
| Yeast & Mold | NMT 25 cfu/mg | Conform |
| E. coli | NMT 40 MPN/100g | Conform |
| Staphylococcus | Negative | Conform |
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