Ethy Abietate

Name:
Ethy Abietate
Detailed information:

M Formula:	C19H29COOC2H5
Properties:
Amber-colored, viscous liquid; hardens upon oxidation. Bp 350C, flash p 352F (177C), mp 45C, refr index 1.4980, d 1.02. Soluble in ether and most varnish solvents, insoluble in water. Combustible.
Derivation:
(1) By heating together ethyl chloride and an alcoholic solution of rosin and caustic soda. (2) By reacting ethyl iodide with silver abietate.
Hazard:
Irritant.
Use:
Varnishes, lacquers, and coating compositions.