l-pimaric Acid

Name:
l-pimaric Acid
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	levopimaric acid
M Formula:	C20H30O2
Properties:
Solid. Mp 150C, optical rotation ([a] 20/d) −280 degrees (c = 0.7 in alcohol). Soluble in most organic solvents; insoluble in water. Combustible.
Derivation:
From pine gum.
Use:
Resins.

See Maleo-pimaric Acid.