Copal Gum | 9000-14-0
Cas No :
9000-14-0
Form :
Solid
Molecular Weight :
302.0 G/Mol
Boiling Point :
350 °C
Melting Point :
90 °C
Flash Point :
180 °C
Solubility :
Practically Insoluble In Water; Soluble In Organic Solvents Such As Toluene, Xylene, Acetone, And Alcohols
Description :
Overview of Copal Gum
Copal Gum is a tree resin which ranges in colour between pale yellow and amber. It is widely used in the manufacture of perfumes, varnishes, incense and in traditional medicine. It's a semi-fossilised, resin made from a variety of species of tropical trees. It is essential to coatings, artistic materials, and cultural practices. It is typically used together with substances like Calcite Powder and Aluminum Fluoride in special formulations and industrial applications.
Chemical Composition: A complex mixture composed of terpenes and resin acids, as well as essential oils
Physical Form: Semi-solid to solid resin that has aroma characteristics
Functional Properties: Fantastic characteristics for film-forming, natural adhesive aromatic compounds
Applications of Copal Gum
Industrial & Coating Applications
* In the making of lacquers and varnishes.
* In the wood finishing process and also in protective coatings.
* It is used to act as a binding agent within paint formulations
* A component in printing adhesives, inks and printing
Cultural & Speciality Applications
* In the traditional rituals of incense and prayers
* It is used in the fragrance and perfume business
* It is used in natural aromatherapy and medicine.
* A component in the restoration and artistic material
Safety and Handling Guidelines
- Make sure you wear protective glasses, as well as gloves and attire
- Do not inhale smoke or dust if heated.
- Only use in a space that's adequately ventilated
- Store the containers in sealed storage far from sources of heat
- Please ensure that you adhere to the MSDS guidelines as well as the established safety guidelines.
Where to Buy Copal Gum
Copal Gum Manufacturer
* ChemicalBull offers high-quality Copal gum
* Appropriate for the production of varnish as well as incense production. specific applications
Copal Gum Supplier & Distributor
Export-grade and bulk supply
* COA, TDS & MSDS available
* Dependable supply for industrial customers
Copal Gum MSDS
Includes information about hazards in handling, handling, storage as well as emergency safety precautions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is Copal Gum?
Copal Gum is a naturally occurring tree resin, used for paints, incenses, perfumes as well as traditional uses. -
What exactly is Copal Gum utilized to do?
It is used in the production of varnish and wood finishing. It is also used in fragrances, incense and also as a binding agent in a variety of formulations. -
What is the use of Copal Gum?
Used in coatings for ceremonial ceremonies, perfume industry, as well as art substances. -
Where does Copal Gum come from?
Obtained from various tropical trees, particularly from the Protium and Hymenaea species. -
How is Copal Gum different from amber?
Copal is younger and softer than amber, typically ranging from recent to a few thousand years old, while amber is fully fossilised resin, millions of years old.