Gum Damar (Damar Resin) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Damar Gum
- Dammar Gum
- Damar Resin
- Dammar Resin
Gum damar supplier for coating, ink, batik, incense and specialist manufacturing buyers in Malaysia. Also called damar gum, dammar gum, damar resin or dammar resin, this natural brittle resin is selected by colour, clarity after dissolution, physical form and compatibility with the buyer's formulation.
Commercial options include pale selected lumps, general technical resin pieces and milled powder. Pale material is preferred where a clear varnish or lacquer must control colour, while technical grades serve wax-resin blends, incense, polishes and other processes where the functional resin properties are the main concern.
Paint, coating and printing-ink formulators use gum damar as a natural resin component in selected systems. It also appears in batik resist-wax mixtures, adhesives and manufactured wax compounds. The buyer should state the intended solvent or resin system because gum damar is insoluble in water and formulation compatibility must be checked.
Send the required colour, lump or powder form, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. A 25 kg pack is a known commercial option; current availability, pack format, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- Grade
- selected pale lump, powdered, technical natural resin
- Appearance
- pale yellow to amber brittle resin pieces, granules or powder
Gum Damar grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selected pale gum damar | pale yellow to light amber brittle lumps or pieces | — | Clear varnishes, lacquers and coating systems where resin colour, clarity after dissolution and film appearance are important selection points. | A 25 kg option is known; the offered pack format is confirmed with the quotation. |
| Powdered gum damar | milled natural resin powder | — | Pre-weighed resin and wax blends, coating compounds and manufacturing processes that prefer a smaller particle size for batch incorporation. | Confirm the required particle size and pack format with the quotation. |
| Technical natural-resin grade | yellow to amber resin pieces or coarse granules | — | Incense, batik wax, polishes, adhesives and other technical resin blends where functional performance matters more than the palest colour. | Confirm the required colour range and pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy gum damar from ChemTrade
Request a quote for gum damar
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Product identity | natural damar resin | — |
| Appearance | pale yellow to amber brittle pieces, granules or powder according to grade | — |
| Water solubility | insoluble | — |
| Common grade controls | colour, clarity after dissolution, insoluble matter, softening behaviour and particle size as required by the application | — |
Gum Damar applications
Safety and handling
Keep sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct heat and ignition sources. Control dust when handling powdered grades and follow the safety information for the material quoted.
Common questions about gum damar
Are gum damar, damar gum and dammar resin the same product?
Yes. These are alternate spellings and word orders for the natural resin covered on this page. State the required colour and physical form because a pale selected resin and a general technical grade may suit different uses.
Should I request lump or powdered gum damar?
Lump or coarse resin is suitable when the buyer dissolves or processes the material on site. Powder is easier to pre-weigh and incorporate into some dry resin or wax blends. The process, particle-size preference and dust controls should guide the choice.
Which specifications matter for varnish and coating applications?
Buyers commonly state colour, clarity after dissolution, insoluble matter, softening behaviour and the solvent or resin system in use. A current specification or sample-matching requirement helps define the appropriate grade.
Does gum damar dissolve in water?
No. Gum damar is insoluble in water. Compatibility and dissolution should be assessed in the buyer's intended solvent, resin, oil or wax system rather than assumed from the product name alone.
What packing and documents can be quoted for gum damar?
A 25 kg commercial option is known. Send the preferred pack format and any documentation requirements with the enquiry; availability, packing and the applicable document set are confirmed with the quotation.