Tung Oil

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(thing) by Mike626 (2.5 y) (print)   (I like it!) Thu Aug 16 2001 at 20:30:28
Tung Oil, also known as "China-wood oil" or "Yellow drying oil" is produced from seeds of the Chinese Alurites cordata tree. It is a yellowish oil, commonly used for exterior paint or varnish applications. The chief constituent of China Tung Oil is Eleostearic acid.

CAS: 8001 -20-5

USES:

  • Manufacture of quick drying wood varnishes
  • Linoleum
  • Floor cloth
  • Exterior paints
  • Waterproofing paper and other tissues
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