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200 gms approximately of fine quality natural Gum Sandarac Tears
Gum Sandarac is a natural resin. It is usually available as smallish clear or opaque lumps or tears and has a light pale yellowish colour. It is the resin derived from the coniferous tree Tetraclinis articulatam found in Morroco and other parts of
Properties:
Sandarac is regarded as one of the harder natural resins although not as hard as some. It is brittle and its properties make it suitable as a component of varnishes and lacquers that require clarity, gloss and hardness.
Gum Sandarac is soluble in alcohol and spirits including methylated spirits. It is also soluble in acetone, ether, and other solvents. It is not soluble in water,
Sandarac has a pleasant light, fruity, balsamic, frankincense-like fragrance heated and is regarded by some as having mystic properties. Gum Sandarac is known in parts of the
Sandarac softens between 100C and 130C and melts between 135C and 150C. Its melting point range makes it suitable for mixing with other resins.
Uses:
Sandarac has a number of uses which may include:
Buyers can note with confidence that this Sandarac is a first grade quality product and is unadultered with rosin or other resins.
Postage:
International buyers: Please contact for postage rates if not specified. We generally use 'international signed for service' for this item.
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