Gum Rosin is a residue obtained after distilling turpentine oil from
the resin tapped from pine trees, mainly Pinus Palustris and Pinus
Caribaea. Depending on the grades, Gum Rosin is a slight yellowish to
yellowish red solid. Its typical specifications are as follows:
- Softening point: 74-76 °C
- Acid Value KOH mg/g: 164
- Saponification Value: 5
Gum Rosin is most often used in hot melt and pressure sensitive
adhesives, varnish, and printing inks.
Natural organic compound, mainly composed of resins, possesses chemical
activity when dissolved in many organic solvents.
Application: for the manufacturing of soap, paper, paint, and
rubber; intermediate materials.
