CAS number
8050-09-7
Industry
Plastics and Rubber
Typical form
Lumps or flakes
Also known as: Gum rosin, colophony.
Typical grades: WW, WG, X grades and modified rosin.
About Rosin Resin
Rosin Resin (gum rosin) is a natural resin obtained from pine trees. It is brittle and glassy, and is graded by colour (such as WW, WG and X).
Uses and applications
Adhesives
Used as a tackifier in hot-melt and pressure-sensitive adhesives and in sealants.
Paper sizing
Used in rosin size emulsions that make paper water-resistant.
Inks and coatings
Used in printing inks, varnishes and coatings, often as modified rosin esters.
Regulatory note and documentation
Regulatory status, permitted use levels and registration requirements vary by country and application. Please confirm requirements for your own product and market before use.
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