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Outstanding Hydrophobicity & Compatibility: NX-9203/ NX-9203LP (CNSL Diols)

Renewable diols from Cashew Nutshell Liquid (CNSL) impart superior water resistance and outstanding hydrolytic stability, thus, offering overall improved durability. These are designed to achieve...

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Apr 13, 2020 | Article

Silane Modified Polymers (SMP): An Alternative to PU Polymers

By Vladimyr Wolan

This article was first published in 2017 and was revised in 2020. The formulators of adhesives, sealants and coatings have a huge range of polymers and chemicals to use. They need to know the...

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THIXATROL® AS 8053: Next generation organic thixotrope for low temperature activation

THIXATROL® AS 8053 provides low temperature, higher efficiency compared to leading market reference, improved viscosity stability on storage, excellent slump resistance and increased yield and flow...

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Rheology Modifiers for High Performance Adhesives and Sealant Systems

THIXATROL® Organic Thixotropes from Elementis, an industry leader in innovation and sustainability, greatly improves the formulation of adhesives and sealants for high performance...

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CNSL technology for Epoxy curing agents, Resins and Modifiers

Cardanol is a unique natural phenolic material obtained by distilling CNSL and serves as the primary building block for Cardolite products. Cardolite phenalkamines and phenalkamides provides:...

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Feb 13, 2020 | Article

Hot-Melt Adhesives: Advances in Raw Materials

By SpecialChem

Discover the new raw material advances in hot-melt adhesives to help manufacturers develop high-performance applications. Also, get ready to gain essential insights into the key issues affecting the...

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Eastman plasticizers bulk storage guidelines

This publication contains general information on the bulk storage of Eastman plasticizers, including guidelines for tank components and materials, as well as unloading tank cars and tank trucks...

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Eastman plasticizer analytical capabilities

Switching to a new plasticizer can be a challenge. That’s why brands and formulators rely on our experienced technical support staff to address emerging market demands and regulatory requirements...

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Eastman 168 for flooring applications

A trusted choice for PVC applications for 40 years, Eastman 168™ non-phthalate plasticizer is a general-purpose plasticizer that offers a ready replacement to general-purpose phthalate plasticizers...

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Benzoflex™ RF-532 plasticizer for flooring

Benzoflex™ RF-532 plasticizer is a fast-fusing non-phthalate plasticizer for use in PVC flooring applications. PVC plastisols with a fast fuser allow for faster line speeds and wider processing...

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