Canada Balsam is a popular resinous material that is commonly used in various applications, including microscopy, optics, and histology. Although this material is widely known as Canada Balsam, it has multiple synonyms that are used interchangeably. Some of the synonyms of Canada Balsam include Balm of Gilead, Balsam Fir Balsam, Canada Turpentine, Canada Resin, Terebinthina Canadensis, and Canadian Fir Balsam. These synonyms are often used to refer to the same material depending on the context and the industry. Regardless of the name used, Canada Balsam remains a critical component in various industries due to its unique properties, including its high refractive index and its ability to resist yellowing.