DESCRIPTION

Glycerol Ester of Partially Hydrogenated Gum Rosin occurs as a medium-hard, pale amber-colored resin (color N or paler as determined by ASTM Designation D 509). It is produced by the esterification of partially hydrogenated gum rosin with food-grade glycerin and purified by steam stripping. It is soluble in acetone and in toluene, but is insoluble in water and in alcohol.