Inoxia Chemical Supplies

Colophony resin is the residue left from the distillation of oleoresin from pine trees. This grade comes as coarse lumps, which can be more useful as ballet or violin rosin. A fine powder is also available.

Particle size: Generally <5cm, but occasionally up to 15cm.
Colour: Amber
Odour: Slight turpentine odour
Solvent: Alcohol
Melting point: 100 - 150 ºC
Formula (simplified): C₁₉H₂₉COOH