Rosin

Rosin

Rosin is a solid resinous mass, a product of processing coniferous resins (pine, spruce).

Formula

It has a yellow or brown color, is brittle, dissolves in alcohols, ethers, organic solvents, but not in water. The base consists of resin acids (main — abietic acid).

C₂₀H₃₀O₂

Application

production of varnishes, paints, adhesives, soap.