Additional Information for Gum Rosin
Gum rosin, also known as colophony, is a natural resin that is obtained from pine trees. It is produced by tapping the living trees and collecting the resin that oozes out. The resin is then processed and purified to remove impurities and moisture.
Gum rosin is commonly used in various industries, including:
1. Adhesives: It is a key ingredient in the production of adhesives and glues. It provides tackiness and improves the bonding strength of the adhesive.
2. Coatings: Gum rosin is used in the formulation of varnishes, paints, and coatings. It helps to improve the adhesion and durability of the coatings.
3. Printing Inks: It is used in the production of printing inks, especially for flexographic and gravure printing. Gum rosin provides viscosity and tackiness to the ink, allowing it to adhere to the printing surface.
4. Rubber: Gum rosin is used in the production of rubber compounds. It acts as a tackifier, improving the adhesion of rubber to various substrates.
5. Paper Sizing: It is used in the paper industry for sizing paper. Gum rosin helps to improve the water resistance and printability of the paper.
6. Soap and Cosmetics: Gum rosin is used in the production of soaps, cosmetics, and personal care products. It provides texture and stability to these products.
7. Musical Instruments: It is used in the production of violin, cello, and other string instrument bows. Gum rosin is applied to the bow hair to increase friction and produce sound.
Gum rosin is a versatile and widely used natural resin with various applications across different industries.
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NATO Stock Numbers with Item Name 08062 Gum Rosin Page 1 of 1
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- RNCC: 4 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 3
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- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 3
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- RNCC: 4 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 3
- A-A-59142
- RNCC: 4 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 3
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- RNCC: 4 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 3
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- RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 9
- DEF72
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 2
- DEF72
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 2