SYLVATAC™ RE 25

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Esters,

Rosins

CASE Ingredients Functions

Rheology Modifier,

Tackifier

Technologies

CASE Ingredients

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Surface Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Bio-based

CASE Ingredients Features

Good Balance of Properties,

Good Tack,

Low Viscosity

Product Highlights

• Aggressive tack
• Excellent low temperature properties
• Readily emulsifiable for use in water-based systems
• Low solution viscosity
• Low volatility
• Good wetting performance
• 88% biobased content

Applications & Uses

Markets

Adhesives & Sealants,

Building & Construction,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Adhesives & Sealants — Building & Construction

Construction Adhesives,

Sealants & Caulks

Building & Construction — Building Materials

Construction Adhesives,

Sealants & Caulks

Adhesives & Sealants — Packaging & Paper

Bookbinding,

Case & Carton Sealing,

Flexible Packaging Adhesives,

Tape & Label Adhesives

Printing & Packaging — Tapes, Labels & Adhesives

Bookbinding Adhesives,

Case & Carton Sealing,

Flexible Packaging Adhesives,

Other Tapes, Labels & Adhesives,

Tapes & Labels

Compatible Polymers & Resins

Acrylics,

Ethylene Co-terpolymers,

Natural Rubbers (NR),

Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA),

Styrene Copolymers,

Synthetic Rubbers

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces

Natural Rubber

Adhesive & Sealant Type

Hot Melt Adhesive,

Pressure Sensitive Adhesive,

Waterborne Adhesive

Applications

• PSA tape & label
• Packaging
• Hot melt applications
• Flooring
• Construction

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Sales Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Softening Point	24 - 32	°C	AQCM 003
Color (neat)	max. 7	Gardner	AQCM 002
Acid Number	20 - 24	mg KOH/g	AQCM 001

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Softening Point	29.0	°C	AQCM 003
Color (neat)	2.0	Gardner	AQCM 002
Acid Number	22.0	mg KOH/g	AQCM 001
Glass Transition Temperature	-13.0	°C	AQCM 218
Viscosity Brookfield at 40°C	76860.0	cps	AQCM 004
Viscosity Brookfield at 50°C	15860.0	cps	AQCM 004
Viscosity Brookfield at 75°C	927.0	cps	AQCM 004

Technical Details & Test Data

Compatibility

SYLVATAC RE 25 rosin ester is compatible with:

• Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA)
• Ethylene Butyl Acrylate (EBA)
• Styrene-Isoprene-Styrene (SIS)
• Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene (SBS)
• SB Rubber
• Natural rubber, Butyl rubber, Neoprene
• Acrylic polymers

Solubility

SYLVATAC RE 25 rosin ester is soluble in:

• Aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents, like hexane and toluene
• Esters and ketones like ethyl acetate and acetone
• Long chain alcohols like butanol and pentanol
• Chlorinated solvents

Packaging & Availability

Packaging

SYLVATAC RE 25 rosin ester is available in 55-gallon, open-head steel drums, 455 lb. net, or molten bulk.

Storage & Handling

Storage Recommendation

It is recommended that SYLVATAC RE 25 rosin ester be stored and transported dry and below 30°C / 86°F. Product stored or transported at higher temperatures should be evaluated for impact on performance before use.