SYLVATAC™ RE 95

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Esters,

Rosins

Chemical Name

Pentaerythritol Rosinate

CASE Ingredients Functions

Tackifier

CAS No.

8050-26-8

EC No.

232-479-9

Technologies

CASE Ingredients

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Surface Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Bio-based

CASE Ingredients Features

Good Compatibility

Product Highlights

• Broad compatibility
• High bio-based content (93%)

Applications & Uses

Markets

Adhesives & Sealants,

Building & Construction,

Consumer Goods,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Adhesives & Sealants — Building & Construction

Construction Adhesives,

Sealants & Caulks

Building & Construction — Building Materials

Construction Adhesives,

Sealants & Caulks

Consumer Goods — Furniture

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

Pressure Sensitive Adhesive

Applications

• Woodworking
• Packaging
• Pressure Sensitive Adhesives

Properties

Physical Form

Flakes,

Pastilles,

Pellets,

Solid

Sales Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Softening Point	92 - 98	°C	AQCM 003
Color (1:1 toluene)	max. 9	Gardner	AQCM 002
Acid Number	max. 15	mg KOH/g	AQCM 001

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Softening Point	95.0	°C	AQCM 003
Color (1:1 toluene)	4.8	Gardner	AQCM 002
Acid Number	10.0	mg KOH/g	AQCM 001
Glass Transition Temperature	47.0	°C	AQCM 218
Viscosity Brookfield at 125°C	9830.0	cps	AQCM 004
Viscosity Brookfield at 150°C	945.0	cps	AQCM 004
Viscosity Brookfield at 177°C	178.0	cps	AQCM 004

Technical Details & Test Data

Compatibility

SYLVATAC RE 95 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
• Acrylics
• Paraffin, microcrystalline, FT and polyethylene waxes

Solubility

SYLVATAC RE 95 rosin ester is soluble in:

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

Packaging & Availability

Packaging

SYLVATAC RE 95 rosin ester is available in pastille form in 25kg and 500 kg bags.

Storage & Handling

Storage Recommendation

It is recommended that SYLVATAC RE 95 rosin ester be stored and transported dry and below 25°C/77°F. 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.