Chemical Properties
Pale Yellow Thick Oil
Occurrence
Wood rosin is found in the resinous residue of turpentine (Arctander, 1960)
Uses
As a solvent for ester gums, rosin, many synthetic resins, ethyl cellulose, rubber, etc.; in the manufacture of varnish resins; as ingredient in adhesives.
Uses
Methyl Abietate was used as an antiplasticizer for polycarbonates.
Preparation
Prepared by esterification of wood rosin with methanol.
Flammability and Explosibility
Not classified
Safety Profile
Low toxicity by
ingestion and skin contact. A skin irritant.
Probably slightly toxic. Combustible liquid
when exposed to heat or flame; can react
with oxidizing materials. To fight fire, use
CO2, dry chemical. When heated to
decomposition it emits acrid smoke and
irritating fumes.
