Comprehensive Specifications of Gum Damar Grade CDX
Gum damar Grade CDX is another common classification of damar resin, typically of slightly lower quality compared to Grade ABX. It is still widely used due to its affordability and versatility in various industries. Here’s a detailed overview of Grade CDX:
1. Benefits of Gum Damar Grade CDX
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 CDX
- Color: Light yellow to white
- Form: Medium and small grains
- 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 CDX
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 CDX.
- 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 Grade CDX
| Parameter | Grade ABX | Grade CDX |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Light yellow-white | Light to dark brown |
| Clarity | Transparent | Semi-transparent to opaque |
| Melting Point | 80-120°C | 70-100°C |
| Applications | High-end varnishes, adhesives, cosmetics | Industrial coatings, adhesives, incense |
| Market Price | Higher | Lower |
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