Phytosterols
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Product Description
Product
Phytosterols
CAS
68555-08-8
Formula
C29H50O
Synonym
Soy sterol; Steroids, hydroxy; Sterols, glycine soya; Sterols, soy Sterols, soybean; Glycine soja; Glycine soya sterol
Typical Product Specifications
Odor
Slight
Stigmasterol
14-22%
Melting Point
135°C-145°C
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Total Phytosterols
Min. 90%
Beta-Sitosterol
40-58%
Brassicaterol
0-6%
Sitostanol
0-5%
Tocopherols
0-15 mg/g
Campestrol
20-30%
Heavy Metals
Max. 10 ppm
Appearance
Granular Solid
Status
Kosher and pareve.
Notes
Description:
Phytosterols are an off-white granular product having a slight odor and taste. Phytosterols are derived from vegetable oils. Structurally similar to cholesterol, in studies, phytosterols have been found to reduce the absorption of dietary cholesterol which cna impact serum cholesterol levels. [J. of Nutr., 107:1139-1146 (1977); Can. J, Physiol. Pharmacol., 75:217-227 (1997)]. Phytosterols are approved for use in margarine, salad dressing, and in nutritional supplements. Phytosterols can be formulated into cosmetics such as skin creams, lipsticks, soap and hair car products.
Storage:
Phytosterols should be stored in closed packaging under dry conditions.
Packaging:
25 kg. drum
100 kg. drum
500 kg. tote
Class
Phytosterols
Product Description
Product
Phytosterols
CAS
68555-08-8
Formula
C29H50O
Synonym
Soy sterol; Steroids, hydroxy; Sterols, glycine soya; Sterols, soy Sterols, soybean; Glycine soja; Glycine soya sterol
Typical Product Specifications
Odor
Slight
Stigmasterol
14-22%
Melting Point
135°C-145°C
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Total Phytosterols
Min. 90%
Beta-Sitosterol
40-58%
Brassicaterol
0-6%
Sitostanol
0-5%
Tocopherols
0-15 mg/g
Campestrol
20-30%
Heavy Metals
Max. 10 ppm
Appearance
Granular Solid
Status
Kosher and pareve.
Notes
Description:
Phytosterols are an off-white granular product having a slight odor and taste. Phytosterols are derived from vegetable oils. Structurally similar to cholesterol, in studies, phytosterols have been found to reduce the absorption of dietary cholesterol which cna impact serum cholesterol levels. [J. of Nutr., 107:1139-1146 (1977); Can. J, Physiol. Pharmacol., 75:217-227 (1997)]. Phytosterols are approved for use in margarine, salad dressing, and in nutritional supplements. Phytosterols can be formulated into cosmetics such as skin creams, lipsticks, soap and hair car products.
Storage:
Phytosterols should be stored in closed packaging under dry conditions.
Packaging:
25 kg. drum
100 kg. drum
500 kg. tote
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