Benzoin Resin

Name:
Benzoin Resin
Detailed information:
Note: Do not confuse with benzoin.

Chemistry name:	gum benzoin; Benjamin gum
Properties:
Reddish-brown globules; balsamic, vanilla-like odor. Brittle at room temperature but softened by heat. Soluble in warm alcohol and carbon disulfide; insoluble in water.
Source:
Obtained from the styrax tree in Southeast Asia and Sumatra. The Sumatran grade is higher melting and only 75% soluble in alcohol.
Grade:
Technical, tincture USP.
Chief Constituents:
Benzoic acid, cinnamic acid, vanillin.
Use:
Source of benzoic acid; perfumery; cosmetics; medicine (antiseptic and expectorant).