Applicable Base Polymer Properties
Starch adhesives are readily available, low in cost, and easy to apply from water dispersion. They are considered to be the least expensive class of paper packaging adhesive. Formulated starch adhesives can be applied hot or cold, but generally are used hot. Starch adhesives cure by the loss of moisture. These adhesives cure to a thermosetting structure, they have excellent heat resistance. Disadvantages include poor moisture resistance and mold growth.