Premium-grade liquid sunflower lecithin with elevated phosphatidylcholine — minimum 35%. Built for nutraceutical softgels, liposomal delivery systems, premium emulsions, and functional ingredients where PC is the principal bioactive component.
At a Glance

PC ≥ 35% — ~70% higher than standard grade
Cold-pressed, solvent-free, non-GMO, allergen-free
Target use: nutraceuticals, cognitive-health, liposomal delivery
Packaging identical to PBPC 20: 1,000 kg IBC totes
Per-project pricing — tailored to volume and specification
Same certification pack: FSSC 22000 v6.0, ISO 22000, Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO Project Verified

Why Pay for 35% PC

Phosphatidylcholine (PC) is the principal bioactive fraction of lecithin and the fraction the nutraceutical and pharma segments pay a premium for. PC drives the amphiphilic architecture of liposomes, serves as a choline donor for acetylcholine synthesis (cognitive function), and rebuilds the phosphatidylcholine of cell membranes (liver support).
Standard liquid sunflower lecithin holds 23–25% PC. PBPC 35 delivers ≥ 35% — ~70% more PC per unit weight. For a softgel manufacturer, that means lower capsule weight, tighter dosage, better bioavailability per unit, and the ability to position in the high-PC segment that occupies the premium price tiers.

 

Technical Specifications

Appearance: Viscous liquid, dark amber color (Visual)
Phospholipids (Acetone Insoluble): ≥ 60% (AOCS Ja 4-46)
Phosphatidylcholine (PC): ≥ 35% (HPLC)
Acid Value: ≤ 36 mg KOH/g (AOCS Ja 6-55)
Peroxide Value: ≤ 10 meq/kg (AOCS Cd 8-53)
Moisture: ≤ 1.0% (AOCS Ja 2b-87)
Hexane Residues: 0 ppm (GC-MS)
Heavy Metals (Pb, As, Cd, Hg): ≤ EU/FDA limits (ICP-MS)
Microbiology: Full panel TPC/Salmonella/E.coli (ISO methods)

 

Applications

Cognitive-Health Softgels

PC is the substrate for acetylcholine synthesis — the key neurotransmitter of memory and learning. Cognitive-nutraceutical brands (focus, memory, brain support) treat high-PC lecithin as an active ingredient, not as filler. PBPC 35 delivers the effective PC dose in a 1.5–2× smaller capsule.

Liposomal Delivery Systems

Liposomes are bilayer vesicles built from phospholipids that boost bioavailability of lipophilic actives (CoQ10, curcumin, vitamin K2, glutathione, NAD+). The effectiveness of the liposomal form depends directly on PC quality. PBPC 35 is the working baseline for liposomal contract manufacturers running tight specs.

Liver Support & Hepatoprotection

Phosphatidylcholine is a structural component of hepatocyte membranes. Nutraceutical products for liver support, detox, and lipotropic function traditionally rely on high-PC lecithin. PBPC 35 fits the spec for contract manufacturers in this segment.

Premium Emulsions & Functional Ingredients

High-PC lecithin builds finer, more stable emulsions, widens the process window, and reduces required dosage. Used in premium functional beverages, sports nutrition, and active-loaded ready-to-drink formats.

Why PBPC 35

Active concentration. ≥ 35% PC — 50–70% above standard lecithins on the market.
Nutraceutical-grade purity. 0 ppm hexane + allergen-free + non-GMO — the three parameters a premium nutraceutical brand cannot launch without.
Compatibility with PBPC 20. Switching from PBPC 20 to PBPC 35 requires no logistics change — same IBCs, same warehouse, same FSVP package.
Customization. Spec is built around your QbD document — PC level, acid value, moisture targets all tunable.

Quality & Compliance

PBPC 35 inherits the full PBPC 20 certification pack — FSSC 22000 v6.0, ISO 22000:2018, Halal, Kosher OU, Non-GMO Project Verified. Each lot ships with a Certificate of Analysis including the extended phospholipid profile by HPLC (PC, PI, PE, LPC fractions).
Regulatory status: FDA GRAS under 21 CFR § 184.1400 with no application-category restrictions. PrimeBlend Ingredients acts as FSVP Importer of Record and provides the full supplier verification activities pack for audit by major nutraceutical brands.

Pricing & Ordering

PBPC 35 is sold on a per-project basis: pricing is set by volume, specification (exact PC level and physico-chemical targets), shipment frequency, and contract term. Pilot and R&D batches are quoted as fixed price per IBC. Nutraceutical contract manufacturers are served under annual framework agreements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How is PBPC 35 different from standard PBPC 20?
A. Phosphatidylcholine content: ≥ 35% vs ≥ 20%. All other parameters (origin, purity, allergen and GMO status, certifications) are identical.

Q. Can I use PBPC 35 in chocolate?
A. Technically yes, but it is not economical — chocolate emulsification is fully covered at 20% PC. PBPC 35 pays back only in products where PC itself is the value (nutraceuticals, liposomes).

Q. Does it work for liposome production via hot-melt and solvent-injection?
A. Yes. The liquid high-PC form is a standard base for both methods. Technical guidance for your specific process available on request.

Q. What are the lead times?
A. Stock spec: 1–3 business days from the NJ warehouse. Custom spec (elevated PC, tailored parameters): 8–12 weeks from order at the production site.

Q. Can I get an R&D sample?
A. Yes. 250 g – 1 kg samples with full CoA — free of charge for qualified nutraceutical companies.

Q. Is the product available in USP/NF pharmaceutical grade?
A. The current grade is food-grade. USP/NF pharmaceutical grade is a separate spec with additional verification — available on request for pharma projects.

Get in touch as soon as possible — we will align the specification and ship a PBPC 35 sample within one business day.