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| Title: | Lac – The versatile natural resin |
| Authors: | Siddiqui, S A |
| Issue Date: | Oct-2004 |
| Publisher: | CSIR |
| Abstract: | Lac is a unique gift
of nature to the mankind, especially to the people of India. It is the only
natural resin of animal origin, secreted by a tiny lac insect on some trees. It
mostly consists of a polyester type resin formed by fusion of hydroxyl fatty
acids with sesquiterpene acids besides having some colouring matter, wax, etc.
Lac is an important ingredient of several Ayurvedic and Unani formulations. Due
to its wonderful characteristics, shellac, the product of commerce, has a wide
range of applications in surface coating industries, electrical insulation,
filling materials, adhesives, controlled release fertilizer and other
agricultural formulations. Its recent uses include synthesis of bioactive and
perfumery compounds. It not only provides livelihood to nearly three million
poor people but also fetches foreign exchange through export. |
| Page(s): | 332-337 |
| ISSN: | 0975-1092 (Online); 0972-592X (Print) |
| Source: | NPR Vol.3(5) [September-October 2004]
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