Comprehensive Specifications of Gum Damar Grade DEX
Gum damar Grade DEX is a lower-grade damar resin compared to ABX and CDX. While it may lack the clarity and purity of higher grades, it is widely used in applications where cost-efficiency is a priority, and ultra-high quality is not critical. Below are the detailed specifications:
1. Benefits of Gum Damar Grade DEX
Gum damar offers numerous benefits due to its unique physical and chemical properties:
a. Industrial Applications:
- Adhesives:
- Used in the production of specialty glues, especially for transparent bonding.
- Paints and Varnishes:
- Enhances gloss, flexibility, and durability of coatings.
- Ideal for varnishes used on wooden furniture and musical instruments.
- Incense Production:
- due to its mild aroma and ease of burning.
- Food Industry:
- Acts as a natural coating for foods, especially candies and dried fruits, being safe and edible.
- Cosmetics:
- Used in lipsticks, eyeliners, and other cosmetics as a binder or thickener.
- Pharmaceuticals:
- Utilized as an additive in medicated plasters and capsules.
- Other Uses :
- Commonly used in traditional arts as a coating for paintings or sculptures.
- Natural Wrap
2. Technical Data Sheet Gum Damar DEX
- Color: Light yellow to white
- Form: small grains and dusk
- Clarity: Transparent to semi-transparent.
- Ash Content : 0.02%
- Color 50% Solution: 3.0 Gardner
- Acid Value: 25.72 mg KOH/g
- Saponification Value: 44.0 mg KOH/g
- Toluene Insoluble Matter: 0.16%
- Loss on drying: 0.74%
- Solubility in Petroleum Benzene: 79.43%
- Softening point at 82.0 C
- Bulk Density: 548.0 g/L
- Moisture and Volatile Matter: 0,74%
3. Packaging Process for Gum Damar Grade DEX
To maintain its quality, gum damar is carefully packaged:
a. Standard Packaging:
- Carton Box :
- Used for long-distance shipping or better maintain product quality
- Sack Bag:
- for delivery with standard quality
- Inner PE Plastic:
- used on every cardboard box or sack bag packaging to protect the quality of the goods directly from inside the packaging
b. Packaging Sizes:
- Typically packaged in 20 kg or 25 kg per carton/sack bag.
c. Labeling:
Each package is labeled with the following details:
- Product Name: Gum Damar Grade DEX.
- Origin: Indonesia
- Net Weight.
- Harvest Date: Ensures freshness.
Note : can adjust to customer needs
4. Storage and Transportation
- Storage:
- Store in a dry room
- Avoid direct sunlight and high humidity.
- Transportation:
- Shipped in dry container
Comparison with Higher Grades
| Parameter | Grade ABX | Grade CDX | Grade DEX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Color | Light yellow-brown | Light to dark brown | Dark brown to black |
| Clarity | Transparent | Semi-transparent | Opaque |
| Melting Point | 80-120°C | 70-100°C | 60-90°C |
| Applications | High-end varnishes, adhesives | Industrial coatings, adhesives, incense | Low-cost adhesives, incense, coatings |
| Market Price | High | Medium | Low |
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