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Abietic acid

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Abietic acid C20H30O2

Also known as: abietinic acid, sylvic acid, 13-isopropylpodocarpa-7,13-dien-15-oic acid
Molecular formula: C19H29COOH
CAS No: 514-10-3
EINECS No: 208-173-3

The ester is called an abietate.

Appearance: yellow resinous powder, crystals or chunks
Melting point: 173°C
Boiling point: 250°C at 9 mm Hg