Dried Lecithin: The Nutritional Powerhouse Behind the Scenes – And How PerMix Mixes It Better

Dried Lecithin may not be a household name, but it’s a foundational ingredient in everything from nutritional supplements and protein powders to chocolates, baked goods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. It’s a natural emulsifier, a brain and liver booster, and a functional food additive that promotes solubility and shelf life.

But here’s the challenge: mixing dried lecithin isn’t easy. It’s sticky, cohesive, and tends to clump or coat mixing surfaces—creating headaches in production.

At PerMix, we engineer solutions specifically for mixing difficult powders like dried lecithin.

✅ What Is Dried Lecithin?

Dried lecithin is a de-oiled, powdered form of lecithin derived from soy, sunflower, or egg yolks. It contains phospholipids, choline, and fatty acids, offering a concentrated nutritional punch in a free-flowing powder.

🌿 Health Benefits of Dried Lecithin:

• Brain Function: Rich in choline, it supports memory and cognitive health.
• Liver Health: Aids in fat metabolism and liver detox.
• Heart Health: Supports healthy cholesterol levels.
• Cell Membrane Integrity: Crucial for nutrient transport and cellular health.
• Digestive Aid: Helps emulsify fats for better absorption.

🏭 How PerMix Mixes Dried Lecithin – And Why It Works

Mixing lecithin requires a mixer designed for cohesive, hydroscopic powders that resist flow and can gum up equipment.

🔧 Our Top Solutions:

• Plow Mixers with High-Speed Choppers: Create a fluidized zone that disperses lecithin evenly while breaking down clumps.
• Paddle Mixers: Offer gentle but thorough mixing for heat-sensitive applications.
• Vacuum Ribbon Mixers/Dryers: Ideal for combining lecithin with other powders and drying in one step, all in a closed, sanitary environment.
• Sigma Mixers: For creating lecithin pastes, emulsions, or nutraceutical bases with high viscosity.

Each design is available with:

• Liquid additive ports
• Vacuum or pressure options
• Heating/cooling jackets
• CIP / washdown systems
• Load cells for recipe control

💡 From R&D to Full-Scale Production

Whether you’re formulating in a nutraceutical lab, scaling in a food plant, or developing functional ingredients, PerMix has the engineering depth to match your needs—from lab-sized mixers to full-scale industrial systems.

📈 Ready to Solve Your Mixing Challenge?

Let PerMix help you improve quality, reduce cycle times, and simplify cleanup when working with dried lecithin or other challenging powders.

🔗 Learn more: www.permixmixers.com

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