Larch resin “Lavitol”

Larch resin “Lavitol”

Larch resin “Lavitol” is a by-product derived from Dahurian Larch (Larix gmelinii, Larix dahurica) by a combined processing method.

Physico-chemical characteristics

Larch resin “Lavitol” consists of hydrocarbons, carbonyl compounds, Primary diterpene-alcohol, microelements, phenocarboxylic and fatty acids, as well as dihydroquercetin.

  • Appearance:
    hard mass
  • Color:
    light brown to dark brown
  • Odor:
    strongly pronounced wood odor
  • Solubility:
    soluble in alcohol medium, ether, different kinds of solvents and in some oils, insoluble in water.

Quality

Larch resin “Lavitol” is being produced by “Ametis” JSC in accordance with the technical requirements TY 9154-003-70692152-2007. Larch resin “Lavitol” is regularly analyzed in the analytical laboratory of the enterprise.

Certificate of Analysis

Index name Admissible value Result Analysis method
1 Outward appearance Hard mass Hard mass State Standard 29188.0-91
2 Color From light brown to dark brown Dark brown State Standard 29188.0-91
3 Color Wooden Wooden State Standard 29188.0-91
CHEMICAL ANALYSIS
1 Mass of lead, mg/kg not more than 5.0 0.04 State Standard 26929-94
2 Mass of mercury, mg/kg not more than 1.0 <0.002 Method 5178-90
3 Mass of arsenic, mg/kg not more than 5.0 0.005 State Standard 26929-94
MICROBIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS
1 Number of mesophilic aerobic and elective anaerobic microorganisms, CFU/g not more than 5*104 Less than 1*101 Method 4.2.801-99
2 Bacteria of the colibacillus group, including coliforms, in 0,1g Not allowed Negative Method 4.2.801-99
3 Pathogenic staphylococcus, in 1.0 g. Not allowed Negative Method 4.2.801-99
4 E.coli in 1.0g Not allowed Negative State Standard 30726-2001
5 Mold, yeast, CFU/g not more than 100 Negative Method 4.2.801-99

Application of Larch resin “Lavitol”

Due to the unique chemical composition larch resin has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, wound healing properties, has the strong effect on the healing of posttraumatic wounds and burns. Larch resin shows the positive action in the treatment of inflammatory processes in oral cavity (paradontitis, stomatitis). Larch resin is recommended as the basic compound of hot compresses and ointments intended for prevention of upper airways and joint diseases. In addition, the derived from the larch resin turpentine, is used as the compound in plasters and ointments for treatment of rheumatism and gout.

Nowadays, larch resin is widely used as one of the ingredient of cosmetics of prophylactic direction: creams, lotions, mascara, lipstick, lip gloss, etc. Having the unique regenerating properties, larch resin protects skin and lips from damaging ultra violet rays of sun,
With a unique recycling properties, larch resin protects the skin, lips and face from UV radiation, helps the skin retain moisture and elasticity, removes dryness and redness.

In the chemical industry larch resin is used in manufacturing of varnishes, pitch oils, sealing wax, rosin, etc.

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Sanitary and epidemiological conclusion (page 1)574.65 KB
Sanitary and epidemiological conclusion (page 2)499.33 KB
Certificate of conformity545.2 KB