SYLVARES™ TP 2040

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SYLVARES™ TP 2040 tackifier is a thermoplastic terpene phenolic resin designed for tackifying hot melt adhesives to provide superior adhesion and thermal-stability properties.

Functions: Tackifier

Chemical Family: Phenols & Phenolics, Terpenes

End Uses: Hot Melt Adhesive, Pressure Sensitive Adhesive

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylics, Ethylene Co-terpolymers, Polyurethanes (PU), Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA)

Labeling Claims: Bio-based

Features: Good Compatibility

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
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Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
CASE Ingredients Features
Product Highlights
  • Thermally stable
  • Broad compatibility
  • 61% biobased content

Applications & Uses

Applications
  • Bookbinding
  • Packaging
  • Assembly

Properties

Physical Form
Insoluble in
Haxane
Sales Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Softening Point115 - 121°CAQCM 003
Color (neat)max. 6GardnerAQCM 002
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Softening Point119.0°CAQCM 003
Color (neat)4.0GardnerAQCM 002
Glass Transition Temperature71.0°CAQCM 218
Viscosity Brookfield at 150°C3765.0cpsAQCM 004
Viscosity Brookfield at 177°C270.0cpsAQCM 004
Viscosity Brookfield at 190°C135.0cpsAQCM 004

Technical Details & Test Data

Compatibility

SYLVARES TP 2040 tackifier is compatible with:

  • EVA - some acrylics
  • some polyurethanes
Solubility

SYLVARES™ TP 2040 tackifier is soluble in:

  • aromatic solvents like toluene
  • esters and ketones like ethylacetate and acetone
  • alcohols like ethanol, propanol, pentanol, butanol

SYLVARES TP 2040 tackifier is insoluble in:

  • aliphatic solvents like hexane

Packaging & Availability

Packaging

SYLVARES TP 2040 tackifier is delivered as flakes in 50lb. paper bags.

Storage & Handling

Storage Recommendation

To preserve product quality, storage and transit dry and below 30°C / 86°F is recommended. To prevent remassing, keep away from direct sun light or other sources of heat. Product stored or transported at higher temperatures should be evaluated for impact on performance before use.