Questions ABOUT Lecithin and phospholipids

Lecithin is a phospholipid derived from soy. It enhances POP formulations in terms of emulsification, viscosity thickening, lubricity and surface activity on metal.

Lecithin brings chemical components together in a thick blend with enhanced adherence and wetting to metal components under downhole conditions.

Lecithin can be modified with hydroxylation to function well in brackish and produced water under bottom hole conditions.

Lecithin pricing is tied to the soybean market. There are industrial grades that are less expensive than food grades.