Gutta-Percha

**Definition:** Coagulated exudate isolated from several species of the tropical tree Palaquium (Sapotaceae). It is the trans-isomer of natural rubber and is used as a filling and impression material in dentistry and orthopedics and as an insulator in electronics. It has also been used as a rubber substitute.

**Tree numbers:** - D20.215.721.061 - D25.339.859.495 - D25.720.327.840.119 - J01.637.051.339.859.495

**Synonyms:** - Guttapercha