Rosin – the forest's natural binder

Rosin is one of the forest's most versatile raw materials. In its simplest form, it is a natural substance found in the resin of coniferous trees. It has been used for centuries in everything from shipbuilding to traditional crafts.

Today, rosin is primarily an industrial raw material. One of its most important applications is in binders and so-called tackifiers – substances that help materials adhere to one another. Its unique chemical properties also make it valuable in applications that require good film-forming properties. This versatility means that rosin and rosin derivatives can be found in a wide range of everyday products, including adhesives and tapes, printing inks and coatings, paper, and certain electronic manufacturing processes.

Sunpine's rosin
As demand grows for more sustainable chemicals, manufacturers are looking for raw materials that combine high quality with a strong environmental profile. Sunpine's rosin is a bio-based alternative that offers excellent adhesion together with predictable thermal properties. It is produced at our facility in Haraholmen, Piteå, using a production process powered by 99 per cent fossil-free energy.

Produced from a by-product
Rosin can be produced by tapping living trees for resin. It can also be extracted from tree stumps or – as we do at Sunpine – recovered from crude tall oil, a by-product of the pulp and paper industry. Through our patented production process, we deliver rosin with high purity and consistent quality, contributing to stable performance in end products.

Would you like to learn more about Sunpine's rosin?
Please refer to our safety data sheet or contact one of our sales representatives for technical specifications and product information.