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FloraRez® PR is gum rosin that has undergone partial hydrogenation. It is a pale-colored resin with excellent thermal and oxidative stability characteristics due to the hydrogenation process. Compared to unmodified gum, wood, and tall oil rosins, it offers a higher degree of color and solubility stability for the derivative products produced from it.

Chemical Family: Hydrogenated Rosin

Functions: Binder & Resin, Plasticizer, Tackifier, Tackifier

Labeling Claims: Sustainable

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Elastomers & Rubbers

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Alkyds, Other Rubbers, Other Thermoplastics, Other Thermosets

Synonyms: Rosin, hydrogenated

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
CASE Ingredients Functions
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
CAS No.
65997-06-0
EC No.
266-041-3

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features & Benefits Information
  • Natural, renewable
  • Resistant to oxidation
  • Pale color
  • Thermoplastic 
  • Acid functionality
  • Low odor
  • Hydrogenated
  • Wide compatibility

Applications & Uses

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Adhesive & Sealant Type
Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Applications
  • Tackifier and formulation component in adhesives and sealants 
  • Heat stable high acid value reactant in numerous applications 
  • Plasticizer in hot melt coatings 
  • Rubber and plastic modification 
  • Soldering flux 
  • Wax modifier of paper coatings 

Properties

Soluble in
Esters, Ketones, Hydrocarbons, Chlorinated solvents, Alcohola
Sales Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Valuemin. 164mg KOH/g
Softening Point (Ring & Ball)min. 76°C
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Abietic Acid Contentmax. 3%
Acid Valuemin. 166mg KOH/g
Colormax. 6Gardner
Colormax. 4Gardner
Density (at 25°C)1.08kg/I
Softening Point (Ring & Ball)min. 79°C
Compatibility

Wide range of waxes, rubber, elastomers, thermoplastic polymers and copolymers, drying and non-drying alkyds

Regulatory & Compliance

Regulatory/Classifications
CAS Number  65997-06-0
DOT Shipping Classification Not Regulated
Harmonized Tariff Code 380610
INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) Hydrogenated Rosin
US FDA

21 CFR 172.210

21 CFR 175.105

21 CFR175.125

21 CFR 175.300

21 CFR 175.320

21 CFR 175.390

21 CFR 176.170

21 CFR 176.180

21 CFR 176.200

21 CFR 176.210

21 CFR 177.1200

21 CFR 177.1210

21 CFR 177.1400

21 CFR 177.2600

21 CFR 178.3120

21 CFR 178.3800

21 CFR 178.3850

21 CFR 178.3870

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information
Packaging Form Net Weight
Drum, light gage steel Solid 225 kg

 

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling Information

Preferred storage inside or under roof. Keep out of standing water. Avoid freezing and excessive heat.