Gutta percha

Gutta percha is a Geometric isomer of natural rubber; purified, coagulated, milky exudate of various trees of the genus Palaguium Gutta percha uses and applications include: Film-former in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals dressings; natural chewing gum base; filling for dental impression compds.; as dental cement; manufacturing of surgical instruments; in orthopedics for fracture splints; golf ball covers; as insulating medium in electrical devices; in closure-sealing gaskets for food containers Suggested storage of Gutta percha: Protect from light; keep under water