Speciality polymers

A wide range of polymers for use in specialty coatings

Key features:
  • In-mould coatings
  • Roofing, roof tile and fibre cement coatings
  • Road marking and parking lot paint and automotive applications
  • Liquid applied sound damping (LASD)
  • Swimming pools
  • Agriculture and seed coatings
  • Graphic arts, correction fluids and inks, primers, stabilising solution.

Our extensive polymer portfolio serves a wide range of high-performance applications. A selection is shown below. However, if you have a specific requirement which isn’t included here, please contact us to find out how we can deliver a bespoke solution for your unique needs.

In-Mold Coatings

TradenameChemistryDescription
GENGLAZE™ EC-2447OTH

Heat-activated in-mold coating designed to enhance the surface of molded parts.

GenGlaze EC-2447 in-mold coating surface finish is incorporated during compression molding instead of being applied separately. It is environmentally friendly as it does not contain solvents (100% solids), and reduces the number of surface finishing steps and manufacturing costs. 

Roofing - Roof Tile and Fibre Cement Coatings

TradenameChemistryDescription
PLEXTOL™ D 507 WPA

Finely dispersed aqueous dispersion of a methacrylic ester-acrylic ester copolymer. The dispersion contains an anionic emulsifier system and is free from APEOs, film forming aids, solvents and plasticizers.

PLEXTOL D 507 W is a pure acrylic binder with excellent exterior durability and water-whitening resistance. It shows a good blocking and efflorescence resistance. It is recommended for concrete roof-tile renovation paints.

PLEXTOL™ D 977PA

Plextol  D 977 is a water-based dispersion of acrylic copolymer designed for Elastomeric coatings, roof and walls.

It provides a good balance between mechanical properties and dirt pick-up resistance thanks to the adjusted internal plastification and UV surface curing system.


PLEXTOL™ M 625PA

Finely dispersed aqueous dispersion of a methacrylic ester-acrylic ester copolymer. The dispersion contains an anionic emulsifier system, and is free from APEO, coalescing agents, solvents, and plasticizers.


PLEXTOL M 625 is a hard pure acrylic with excellent UV-resistance and exterior durability. It is highly recommended for industrial concrete roof-tile and fibre-cement coatings. It shows an outstanding efflorescence and water-whitening resistance.

PLEXTOL™ R 100PA

Plextol R 100 is a surfactant stabilised modified - acrylic copolymer dispersion that forms a flexible, tough film of high water resistance.

Plextol R 100 is recommended for exterior and interior paints.

PLIOTEC™ EL25PA

Pliotec EL25 acrylic elastomeric latex provides excellent tensile/elongation properties, superior dirt pick-up resistance, great adhesion to concrete und UV resistance.

Water-based elastomeric resin for vertical masonry coatings, roofing and tilt up coatings.

PLIOTEC™ PA 2453 EACR

PLIOTEC PA 2453 E is a hard, water resistant, all acrylic emulsion designed for sealing masonry substrates, including concrete roof tiles, with very good UV stability.

PLIOTEC™ PA 4389 EACR

PLIOTEC PA 4389 E is a hard, water resistant, all acrylic emulsion designed for sealing masonry substrates, including concrete roof tiles. 

REVACRYL™ AE 3020SA

REVACRYL AE 3020 is an aqueous dispersion of an acrylic ester-styrene copolymer. The dispersion contains an anionic emulsifier system and is free from film forming aids, APEO, solvents and plasticizers.

REVACRYL AE 3020 is a low MFFT silane-modified styrene-acrylic with excellent wet adhesion and water-resistance. It shows high flexibility and is recommended for roof-coatings. 

Road marking traffic and park lot paint

TradenameChemistryDescription
Abalyn™ D-E Methyl Ester of RosinRosin Resin

Abalyn™ D-E methyl ester of gum rosin, is an amber-colored, near-neutral, tacky, viscous liquid. It is resinous in nature with clarity and high refractive index, low vapor pressure, high boiling point, and good thermal stability. It has excellent surface-wetting properties. These physical properties, plus its wide compatibility, make it useful in a variety of applications, including lacquers, inks, paper coatings, varnishes, adhesives, sealing compounds, plastics and wood preservatives. To assure minimum odor of products in which it is used, it is given a special steam sparging treatment.

  • Alcohol-soluble
  • Excellent perfume fixative
  • Excellent surface wetting and adhesion properties
  • Excellent wood preservative
  • Insoluble in water
  • Liquid tackifier and plasticizer resin for a wide variety of raw materials and polymers

Abitol™ E Hydroabietyl AlcoholRosin Resin

Abitol™ E resin hydroabietyl alcohol is a colorless, tacky, balsamic resin. Its tackiness and extremely pale color, combined with its solubility in common organic solvents and compatibility with resins, film-formers, and oils, have led to its use as a resinous plasticizer and/or tackifier in plastics, lacquers, inks and adhesives. Chemically, Abitol E resin is a high molecular weight, primary, monohydric alcohol derived from rosin acids that have been hydrogenated to reduce unsaturation. Abitol E resin undergoes the general types of chemical reaction common to most primary alcohols.

  • Alcohol-soluble
  • High refractive index
  • High viscous tackifier resin with excellent ageing characteristics
  • Light color
  • Low odor
  • Reactive functionality
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range

Dresinate™ TX Rosin SoapRosin ResinDresinate™ TX tall oil soap is a free flowing solid, fully saponified sodium soap of tall oil. It is designed mainly as an emulsifier promoting detergent or cleaning activity, particularly in highly built industrial metal cleaners.
  • Fully saponified sodium salt of tall oil
  • Readily dissolves in water
  • Dry, free flowing powder
Dymerex™ Polymerized RosinRosin Resin

Dymerex™ modified gum rosin is a pale, acidic, thermoplastic, high softening point resin. It is composed predominately of dimeric acids derived from rosin with lesser amounts of monomeric resin acids and neutral materials of rosin origin. Dymerex™ modified resin has high resistance to oxidation and does not crystallize from solutions or from solid compositions. It is compatible with many natural and synthetic film formers and rubbers. Being an acidic resin, it reacts readily with polyalcohols or hydrated lime to yield high melting derivatives.

  • Alcohol-soluble
  • Non-crystalline
  • Resistant to oxidation
  • Thermoplastic rosin acid
  • Very high softening point

Foral™ 105-E Ester of Hydrogenated RosinRosin Resin

Foral™ 105-E ester of hydrogenated rosin is a pale, thermoplastic ester resin derived from pentaerythritol and a highly stabilized rosin. Like Foral 85-E ester of hydrogenated rosin, which is produced from the same unique oxidation-resistant rosin, Foral 105-E offers advantages as the tackifier or modifier resin in various adhesives and coating compositions. In these applications, both resins exhibit resistance to oxidation and to discoloration caused by heat and aging. Foral 105-E has a substantially higher softening point and is therefore indicated where a harder resin is desired. It is also used in UV cured acrylics to improve adhesion to low surface energy substrates when high tack is not needed.

  • Compatible with UV acrylic adhesives
  • Excellent resistance to oxidation
  • High softening point
  • Improved adhesion to low surface energy substrates
  • Light color
  • Low odor
  • Thermoplastic hydrogenated resin
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range

Foral™ 85-E Ester of Hydrogenated RosinRosin ResinForal™ 85-E ester of hydrogenated gum rosin is a very pale, thermoplastic ester resin derived from glycerol and a highly stabilized rosin that has outstanding resistance to oxidation, and to discoloration caused by heat and aging.
Foral 85-E can be used as a tackifier resin in various types of adhesives, and in protective and barrier-type coatings that require a high degree of color retention and oxidation resistance. It is also used in UV cured acrylics to improve adhesion to low surface energy substrates.
  • Compatible with UV acrylic adhesives
  • Excellent resistance to oxidation and discoloration
  • Exceptional cutaneous tolerance
  • Improved adhesion to low surface energy substrates
  • Light color
  • Low odor
  • Medium softening point
  • Thermoplastic hydrogenated resin
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Foral™ AX-E Fully Hydrogenated RosinRosin ResinForal™ AX-E fully hydrogenated gum rosin is a thermoplastic, acidic resin produced by hydrogenating rosin to an exceptionally high degree. It is the palest, most highly stabilized rosin commercially available from Synthomer. Compared with Staybelite™ resin-E partially hydrogenated rosin, a hydrogenated rosin long established and widely used for its pale color and high oxidation resistance, Foral AX-E has better initial color and color retention, and even greater resistance to oxidation.
It is especially indicated as the tackifier and resin modifier in solvent adhesives and hot-melt applied coatings and adhesives that must excel in these properties. It is also used in UV cured acrylics to improve adhesion to low surface energy substrates.
  • Alcohol-soluble
  • Compatible with UV acrylic adhesives
  • Excellent resistance to oxidation
  • High acid number
  • Improved adhesion to low surface energy substrates
  • Medium softening point
  • Thermoplastic hydrogenated resin
  • Very light color
Foralyn™ 110 Ester of Hydrogenated RosinRosin ResinForalyn™ 110 ester of hydrogenated gum rosin is the pentaerythritol ester of hydrogenated rosin.

This resin combines the feature of light initial color and good color retention with the advantages of excellent long-term retention of adhesive properties and UV light stability offered by Staybelite™ and Foral™ esters of hydrogenated rosin.
  • Excellent resistance to oxidation
  • High softening point
  • Light color
  • Low odor
  • Thermoplastic hydrogenated resin
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Foralyn™ 5020-F Ester of Hydrogenated RosinRosin ResinForalyn™ 5020-F Ester of Hydrogenated Gum Rosin, the methyl ester of hydrogenated rosin, is a light amber liquid resin. Being hydrogenated, it has marked resistance to aging. To assure minimum odor of products in which it is used, it is given a special steam-sparging treatment. Foralyn 5020-F is used as a resinous plasticizer or tackifier in finished products such as adhesives, inks, and lacquers.
  • Excellent fixative
  • Exceptional cutaneous tolerance
  • Liquid tackifier and plasticizer resin with excellent ageing characteristics
  • Low color
  • Low odor
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Foralyn™ 90 Ester of Hydrogenated RosinRosin ResinForalyn™ 90 ester of hydrogenated rosin is the glycerol ester of hydrogenated rosin. This resin combines the feature of light initial color and good color retention with the advantages of excellent long-term retention of adhesive properties and UV light stability offered by Staybelite™ and Foral™ esters of hydrogenated rosin.
  • Excellent resistance to oxidation
  • Light color
  • Low odor
  • Medium softening point
  • Thermoplastic hydrogenated resin
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Foralyn™ E Partially Hydrogenated RosinRosin ResinForalyn™ E Partially Hydrogenated Gum Rosin is a light colored, thermoplastic, acidic resin made by partially hydrogenating rosin. Because of this treatment, Foralyn E is highly resistant to oxidation and discolouration, and to changes in solubility characteristics when it is exposed to air and sunlight. Thermoplastic properties of Foralyn™ E make it particularly valuable as a plasticizer, tackifier or processing aid for reclaimed, natural, and synthetic rubbers. Foralyn E is also suggested for the preparation of synthetic resins, pigment coatings, soldering fluxes and caulking compounds.
  • Color stability
  • Exceptionally light color
  • High acid number
  • Resistant to oxidation
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Metalyn™ 200 Methyl Ester of RosinRosin ResinMetalyn™ 200 methyl ester of gum rosin, a resinous plasticizer derived from rosin, is an amber-colored, tacky, viscous liquid. These physical properties, together with its wide compatibility, make it useful in a variety of applications, including lacquers, inks, adhesives, plastics, paper coatings and varnishes.
  • Alcohol-soluble
  • Compatible and miscible with a wide variety of materials
  • Excellent surface wetting and adhesion properties
  • Liquid plasticizer and tackifier
  • Low vapor pressure
Pentalyn™ H-E Ester of Hydrogenated RosinRosin ResinPentalyn™ H-E ester of hydrogenated gum rosin is a medium hard, pale, thermoplastic resin designed primarily as a tackifying resin for various types of polymer and elastomer-based adhesives. It is a pentaerythritol ester of a rosin that has been stabilized by hydrogenation. In adhesive formulations, it contributes improved resistance to oxidation, greater heat stability, better retention of color, and greater retention of tack-imparting properties than ordinary rosin ester resins.
  • Excellent resistance to oxidation
  • High softening point
  • Light color
  • Low odor
  • Thermoplastic hydrogenated resin
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Permalyn™ 5095 Synthetic ResinRosin ResinPermalyn™ 5095 synthetic resin, a pale, thermoplastic resin, is the glycerol ester of gum rosin.

It is produced by a special process that yields a low-odor, low-acid-number resin that is suggested for use as a modifier for film-formers, elastomers, and waxes in various adhesives and protective coatings where pale color and minimal odor are required.
  • Low odor
  • Medium softening point
  • Resistant to thermal degradation
  • Thermoplastic resin
  • Very good color stability
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Permalyn™ 5110 Synthetic ResinRosin ResinPermalyn™ 5110 synthetic resin is a pentaerythritol ester of gum rosin. It has been designed for adhesive applications that require light initial color and good color stability. Permalyn 5110 is used as a resin modifier in elastomers, waxes, film-formers, and various adhesive and protective coating applications.
  • High softening point
  • Low odor
  • Resistant to thermal degradation
  • Thermoplastic resin
  • Very good color stability
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Permalyn™ 6110 Synthetic ResinRosin ResinPermalyn™ 6110 synthetic resin, a very pale, hard, thermoplastic resin, is a pentaerythritol ester of gum rosin. It is produced by a special process that yields a low-odor, light-colored, very stable product. Permalyn 6110 is used as a resin modifier in elastomers, waxes, film-formers, and various adhesive and protective coating applications.
  • High softening point
  • Light color
  • Low odor
  • Resistant to thermal degradation
  • Thermoplastic resin
  • Very good color stability
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Piccotac™ 1020 Hydrocarbon ResinAliphatic Hydrocarbon Resin

Piccotac™ 1020 hydrocarbon resin solution is an aliphatic, low molecular weight, liquid resin. Derived mainly from olefin monomers of petroleum origin, this pale neutral resin is characterized by its resistance to moisture, good heat and light stability, and excellent balance of tack and adhesive properties. It is stabilized with antioxidant.

It is designed primarily for use in pressure sensitive adhesives, hot melt adhesives and coatings. It is compatible with SIS block copolymers, natural rubber, polyisoprene, butyl rubber, and APO elastomers.

  • Aliphatic liquid resin used to increase tack and reduce viscosity
  • Excellent adhesion and compatibility to styrene-isoprene-styrene (SIS) block copolymers
  • Excellent compatibility in natural rubber
  • Excellent tack and peel properties
  • Light color, low odor
  • Resistance to oxidation
Piccotac™ 1095 Hydrocarbon ResinAliphatic Hydrocarbon ResinPiccotac™ 1095 hydrocarbon tackifier resin is a narrow molecular weight distribution, aliphatic C5 tackifier designed for the adhesives industry. It has light color, low odor, and excellent thermal stability. It is compatible with SIS block copolymers, natural rubber, polyisoprene, butyl rubber, EVA, EnBA, mPE, mPP and APO elastomers. Piccotac™ 1095 is stabilized by addition of antioxidant.
  • Aliphatic low molecular weight C5 resin
  • Excellent adhesion in formulations with styrene-isoprene-styrene (SIS) block copolymers
  • Excellent color and stability
  • Excellent peel and tack properties
Piccotac™ 1098 Hydrocarbon ResinAliphatic Hydrocarbon ResinPiccotac™ 1098 hydrocarbon resin is a 100°C softening point, thermoplastic, low molecular weight, aliphatic C5 resin. Derived largely from mixed monomers of petroleum origin, it is characterized by its light color, excellent balance of tack and of adhesive and cohesive properties, heat resistance, and wide compatibility and solubility. Piccotac™ 1098 is stabilized by addition of antioxidant. It is designed primarily for use in pressure sensitive adhesives and hot melt adhesives and coatings.
  • Good adhesion to styrene-isoprene-styrene (SIS) block copolymers
  • Aliphatic C5 resin
  • Excellent adhesion in adhesives with natural rubber
  • Excellent color and color stability
  • Excellent peel and tack properties
Piccotac™ 1100 Hydrocarbon ResinAliphatic Hydrocarbon ResinPiccotac™ 1100 hydrocarbon resin is a 100°C softening point, thermoplastic, moderate molecular weight, aliphatic C5 resin. Derived largely from mixed monomers of petroleum origin, it is characterized by its light color, excellent balance of tack and of adhesive and cohesive properties, heat resistance, and wide compatibility and solubility. It is designed as a reinforcing tackifier for use in NR and IR-based pressure sensitive adhesives and SBC-based hot melt adhesives, for polymer modifications and for coatings. Piccotac™ 1100 is stabilized by addition of antioxidant.
  • Aliphatic C5 resin
  • Excellent adhesion in formulations with styrene-isoprene-styrene (SIS) block copolymers
  • Excellent color and color stability
  • Excellent shear strength
  • Good balance of tack & peel properties
Piccotac™ 1115 Hydrocarbon ResinAliphatic Hydrocarbon ResinPiccotac™ 1115 hydrocarbon resin is a high softening point, thermoplastic, relatively high molecular weight, aliphatic C5 resin derived from dienes and other reactive olefin monomers. It is characterized by its light color, excellent balance of adhesive and cohesive properties, and broad compatibility and solubility. Piccotac™ 1115 is stabilized by addition of antioxidant. It is primarily for use in hot melt adhesives, pressure sensitive adhesives, and wax modification.
  • High softening point increases cohesion
  • Increased temperature resistance
  • Most aliphatic and highest molecular weight of the Synthomer tackifiers
Piccotac™ 8095 Hydrocarbon ResinAliphatic Hydrocarbon ResinPiccotac™ 8095 hydrocarbon resin is a medium softening point, aromatic-modified aliphatic C5 tackifier designed to provide better odor and more cohesion than rosin esters for hot-melt packaging applications. It is compatible with styrene block copolymers, EVA, and many polar elastomers. This light colored resin is primarily used in hot melt adhesives and pressure sensitive adhesives. Piccotac™ 8095 is stabilized by the addition of antioxidant.
  • Aromatic modification to replace tall oil rosin ester
  • Excellent cohesion
  • Good compatibility with styrene block copolymers, EVA, and many polar elastomers
  • Higher cohesion and lower odor than rosin ester
  • Light color, low odor
  • Promotes low temperature properties
  • SBS tackifier
Piccotac™ 8595 Hydrocarbon ResinAliphatic Hydrocarbon ResinPiccotac™ 8595 hydrocarbon resin is an aromatic-modified, aliphatic hydrocarbon resin developed for the adhesives industry. Its specific degree of modification and low molecular weight provides Piccotac™ 8595 with excellent compatibility in styrene block copolymers, amorphous polyolefins (APO), metallocene-polyolefins (mPE, mPP), EVA, and many polar elastomers. It is widely used to compatibilize different elastomers into a formulation to improve performance. It is primarily used in hot melt adhesives and pressure sensitive adhesives. Piccotac™ 8595 is stabilized by the addition of antioxidant.
  • Excellent balance of peel and shear
  • Excellent compatibility with EVA, APO and metallocene polymers for packaging adhesives
  • Excellent compatibility with and performance in SIS, and SIS/SBS block copolymer HMPSA systems
  • Light color, low odor
  • Slightly aromatic character
Piccotac™ 9095 Hydrocarbon ResinAliphatic Hydrocarbon ResinPiccotac™ 9095 hydrocarbon resin is a low molecular weight, slightly aromatic-modified aliphatic C5 tackifier designed for the adhesives industry. This light colored resin is compatible with styrenic block copolymers, EVA, and many polar elastomers. It is widely used with other tackifier resins, such as rosin esters and C9 hydrocarbon tackifiers to improve performance. It is primarily used in hot melt adhesives and pressure sensitive adhesives. Piccotac™ 9095 is stabilized by the addition of antioxidant.
  • Aliphatic resin with a low level of aromatic-modification
  • Excellent adhesion in adhesives with styrene-isoprene-styrene (SIS) block copolymers
  • Excellent balance of peel and shear
  • Excellent compatibility with EVA, APO and metallocene polymers for packaging adhesives
  • Excellent peel and tack properties
  • Light color, low odor
Picco™ A-10 Hydrocarbon ResinAromatic Hydrocarbon ResinPicco™ A-10 hydrocarbon resin is a low molecular weight, resinous plasticizer derived largely from aromatic petroleum feedstock. It is characterized by its chemical inertness, excellent resistance to salts, acids, alkalis, water and brines, and its solubility in a wide variety of hydrocarbon solvents. Picco A-10 is indicated for use as a binder in lithographic (cold set) inks and as plasticizer, softener and tackifier for other resins and elastomers used in rubber compounding and various adhesive systems.
  • Excellent pigment wetting
  • Excellent resistance to acids, alkalis and moisture
  • Liquid plasticizer and tackifier
  • Non-reactive
  • Soluble in a wide variety of hydrocarbon solvents
Picco™ A-100 Hydrocarbon ResinAromatic Hydrocarbon ResinPicco™ A-100 hydrocarbon resin, with its low softening point and molecular weight has a high level of compatibility in various polymers. It has excellent resistance to acids, alkalis and moisture, good resistance to oxygen, and is extremely water repellent. In addition, it provides excellent solvent release, tack and tack retention, excellent pigment wetting, and can be used with both reinforcing and non-reinforcing fillers. Picco A-100 is a viscous fluid at rubber-milling temperatures, and aids compounding by reducing viscosity and by adding tack while on the rolls. These advantages, combined with improvement in mold flow during cure, are obtained without lowering the cured hardness of the finished product. In styrenic block copolymer-based adhesives Picco A-100 preferentially associates with the styrenic end blocks, producing higher room-temperature cohesion without affecting tack and adhesion properties. Picco A-100 is also utilized frequently in EVA-based woodworking adhesives.
  • Excellent pigment wetting
  • Excellent resistance to acids, alkalis and moisture
  • Non-reactive
  • Thermoplastic
Picco™ A-120 Hydrocarbon ResinAromatic Hydrocarbon ResinPicco™ A-120 hydrocarbon resin is a low molecular weight, amber colored thermoplastic resin produced from petroleum-derived monomers that is polymerized under conditions that control its softening point within a narrow range. Being non-polar, it is characterized by its excellent resistance to acids, alkalis and moisture and is extremely water repellent. It shows good color stability and, when formulated with elastomers, a good balance of flex, tear, tack and adhesion properties. In addition, Picco A-120 has excellent solvent release, tack and tack retention, wide solubility and compatibility, good resistance to oxygen and UV light, provides excellent pigment wetting and can be used with both reinforcing and non-reinforcing fillers. Picco A-120 is a viscous fluid at rubber-milling temperatures, and aids compounding by reducing viscosity and by adding tack while on the rolls. These advantages, combined with improvement in mold flow during cure, are obtained without lowering the cured hardness of the finished product. This resin is particularly indicated as a processing and reinforcing agent in rubber compounds and as a binder in protective coatings. In styrenic block copolymer-based adhesives Picco A-120 preferentially associates with the styrenic end blocks, producing higher cohesion at temperatures up to 70°C without affecting tack and adhesion properties. Picco A-120 is also utilized frequently in EVA-based woodworking adhesives.
  • Excellent pigment wetting
  • Excellent resistance to acids, alkalis and moisture
  • Non-reactive
  • Reinforcing resin for styrene block copolymers
  • Thermoplastic
Picco™ A-140 Hydrocarbon ResinAromatic Hydrocarbon ResinPicco™ A-140 Hydrocarbon Resin is a low molecular weight, amber colored thermoplastic resin produced from petroleum-derived monomers that is polymerized under conditions that control its softening point within a narrow range. It is characterized by its excellent resistance to acids, alkalis and moisture. It shows good color stability and, when formulated with elastomers, a good balance of flex, tear, tack and adhesion properties. In styrenic block copolymer-based adhesives Picco A-140 preferentially associates with the styrenic end blocks, producing higher cohesion at temperatures up to 70°C without affecting tack and adhesion properties. Picco A-140 is particularly indicated as a processing and reinforcing agent in rubber compounds and as binder in protective coatings. It is also utilized in EVA-based woodworking adhesives.
  • Excellent pigment wetting
  • Excellent resistance to acids, alkalis and moisture
  • Excellent water repellant
  • Non-reactive
  • Reinforcing resin for styrene block copolymers
  • Thermoplastic
Picco™ AR-100 Hydrocarbon ResinAromatic Hydrocarbon ResinPicco™ AR-100 Hydrocarbon Resin is a low molecular weight, modified aromatic hydrocarbon resin. This resin has good solubility in aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons and is compatible with a wide variety of thermoplastic and elastomeric polymers. It is utilized frequently in EVA-based woodworking adhesives and finds widespread use in pressure sensitive adhesives, particularly in systems containing natural rubber or styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR). It offers an excellent balance of tack, adhesion and cohesive properties to pressure sensitive systems. In styrenic block copolymer-based adhesives Picco AR-100 preferentially associates with the styrenic end blocks, producing higher room-temperature cohesion without affecting tack and adhesion properties.
  • Broad compatibility and solubility
  • Non-reactive
  • Reinforcing tackifier resin for many polymers used in the adhesive industry
Picco™ AR-85 Hydrocarbon ResinAromatic Hydrocarbon ResinPicco™ AR-85 hydrocarbon resin is a low molecular weight, modified aromatic hydrocarbon resin. This resin has good solubility in aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons and is compatible with a wide variety of thermoplastic and elastomeric polymers. Picco AR-85 is utilized in EVA-based woodworking adhesives. In addition, it is widely used in pressure sensitive adhesives, particularly in systems containing natural rubber or SBR. It offers an excellent balance of tack, adhesion and cohesive properties. In styrenic block copolymer-based adhesives Picco AR-85 preferentially associates the styrenic end blocks, producing lower melt viscosity while maintaining room-temperature cohesion without affecting tack and adhesion properties.
  • Broad compatibility and solubility
  • Non-reactive
  • Reinforcing tackifier resin for many polymers used in the adhesive industry
Poly-Pale™ Partially Dimerized RosinRosin ResinPoly-Pale™ resin is a pale, partially polymerized (dimerized) gum rosin. Compared with pale grades of regular wood, gum, or tall oil rosins, it has a higher softening point, higher viscosity (molten and in solution), much greater resistance to oxidation, and complete freedom from crystallizing when in solid form or in solution. Its many uses include the preparation of varnishes, driers, synthetic resins, ink vehicles, floor tile, rubber compounds, solder fluxes, and various adhesives and protective coatings.
  • Alcohol-soluble
  • High softening point
  • Non-crystalline
  • Resistant to oxidation
  • Thermoplastic rosin acid
Regalflex™ E1003 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous Polyolefin

Regalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ E1003 is a copolymer of propylene and ethylene having a melt viscosity of 300 mPa·s at 190°C.

  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor

Regalflex™ E1016PL Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, excellent heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ E1016PL is a copolymer of propylene and ethylene, pelletized and coated with a polypropylene powder. It has a melt viscosity of 1,600 mPa•s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ E1045 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible with a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ E1045 is a copolymer of propylene and ethylene, having a melt viscosity of 4,500 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ E1045PL Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, excellent heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ E1045PL is a copolymer of propylene and ethylene, pelletized and coated with a polypropylene powder. It has a melt viscosity of 4,500 mPa•s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ E1060 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ E1060 is a copolymer of propylene and ethylene, having a melt viscosity of 6,000 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ E1060PL Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ E1060PL is a copolymer of propylene and ethylene, pelletized and coated with a polypropylene powder, having a melt viscosity of 5,700 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ E1060PL-1 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ E1060PL-1 is a copolymer of propylene and ethylene, pelletized and coated with a low-density polyethylene powder, having a melt viscosity of 6,000 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ E1200PL Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ E1200PL is a copolymer of propylene and ethylene, pelletized and coated with polypropylene to minimize pellet blocking.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ E2030 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible with a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ E2030 is a copolymer of propylene and ethylene, having a melt viscosity of 3,000 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ M1014 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1014 is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene. The resulting blend has a melt viscosity of 1,350 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ M1018 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1018 is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene. The resulting blend has a melt viscosity of 1,800 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ M1018PL-1 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1018PL-1 is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene, pelletized and coated with a polyethylene powder. The resulting blend has a melt viscosity of 1,800 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ M1020 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1020 is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene. The resulting blend has a melt viscosity of 2,000 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ M1020PL Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1020PL is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene, pelletized and coated with a polypropylene powder. The resulting blend has a melt viscosity of 2,000 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ M1020PL-1 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1020PL-1 is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene, pelletized and coated with a low-density polyethylene powder. The resulting blend has a melt viscosity of 2,000 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ M1025 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1025 is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene. The resulting blend has a melt viscosity of 2,500 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ M1030 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1030 is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene. The resulting blend has a melt viscosity of 3,000 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ M1030PL Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1030PL is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene, pelletized and coated with a polypropylene powder. The resulting blend has a melt viscosity of 3,000 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ M1030PL-1 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1030PL-1 is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene, pelletized and coated with a low-density polyethylene powder. The resulting blend has a melt viscosity of 3,000 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ M1058 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1058 is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene. The resulting blend has a meltl viscosity of 5,800 mPa·s at 190° C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
Regalflex™ M1058PL Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ M1058PL is a blend of propylene homopolymer and copolymers of propylene and ethylene, pelletized and coated with a polypropylene powder. The resulting blend has a melt viscosity of 5,800 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ P1010 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ P1010 is a propylene homopolymer having a melt viscosity of 1,000 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ P1010PL Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ P1010PL is a propylene homopolymer, pelletized and coated with a polypropylene powder, having a melt viscosity of 1,000 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ P1023 Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ P1023 is a propylene homopolymer having a melt viscosity of 2,300 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalflex™ P1023PL Amorphous PolyolefinAmorphous PolyolefinRegalflex™ Amorphous Polyolefins (APOs) are characteristically saturated, low molecular weight, propylene-based olefin polymers. These products are inherently soft, tacky, and flexible, having a broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins. Regalflex™ APOs are characterized by consistent quality, low odor, good heat stability, and low color. Regalflex™ P1023PL is a propylene homopolymer, pelletized and coated with a polypropylene powder, having a melt viscosity of 2,300 mPa·s at 190°C.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and tackifying resins
  • Broad temperature service range
  • Convenient product form
  • Excellent thermal and UV stability
  • Excellent water and moisture resistance
  • Low color
  • Low odor
Regalite™ C6100 Hydrocarbon ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon Resin

Regalite™ C6100 hydrocarbon resin is a very light color, partially hydrogenated, modified aliphatic resin designed as an excellent tackifier for the midblock of thermoplastic block copolymers, including styrene-isoprene-styrene (SIS), [low, medium, and high styrene content] styrene ethylene butylene styrene (SEBS) and styrene-butadiene-styrene (SBS). It also shows excellent compatibility with ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA). Regalite™ C6100 is recommended for use in a variety of hot melt adhesives, including nonwoven assembly, packaging, bookbinding, glue sticks, and pressure-sensitive tape and label adhesives.

Regalite™ C6100L Hydrocarbon ResinNBR-DryRegalite™ C6100L Hydrocarbon Resin is a hydrogenated water-white hydrocarbon resin developed derived from petrochemical feedstocks. This resin is especially designed as a component of a multipart tackifier system in hot melt and solvent based pressure sensitive adhesives based on SIS, SBS and SEBS thermoplastic block copolymers, providing superior tack, adhesion and cohesive strength characteristics.
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Water-white color
  • Wide compatibility
Regalite™ R1010 Hydrocarbon ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegalite™ R1010 hydrocarbon resin is a liquid hydrogenated, water-white, low molecular weight resin derived from petrochemical feedstocks. This resin is especially designed as a component of a multipart tackifier system in hot melt and solvent based pressure sensitive adhesives based on SIS and SBS thermoplastic block copolymers, providing superior tack, adhesion and cohesive strength characteristics.
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Water-white color
  • Wide compatibility
Regalite™ R1125 Hydrocarbon ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon Resin

Regalite™ R1125 hydrocarbon resin is a low molecular weight fully hydrogenated water-white inert thermoplastic resin derived from petrochemical feedstocks. This resin is particularly useful as tackifier for hot melt systems based on EVA copolymers and SIS block copolymers.

Regalite™ R7100 Hydrocarbon ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon Resin

Regalite™ R7100 hydrocarbon resin is a partially hydrogenated water-white inert thermoplastic resin derived from petrochemical feedstocks. This resin is especially designed as a tackifier in hot melt adhesives based on SBS block copolymers, providing excellent color retention upon aging.

Regalite™ S1100 Hydrocarbon ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon Resin

Regalite™ S1100 hydrocarbon resin is a low molecular weight fully hydrogenated water-white thermoplastic resin derived from petrochemical feedstock. This resin is especially designed as tackifier in hot melt adhesives requiring good color retention upon ageing.

Regalite™ S5090 Hydrocarbon ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon Resin

Regalite™ S5090 hydrocarbon resin is an unique partially hydrogenated water-white inert thermoplastic resin derived from petrochemical feedstock.

Regalite™ S5100 Hydrocarbon ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegalite™ S5100 hydrocarbon resin is a unique partially hydrogenated water-white inert thermoplastic resin derived from petrochemical feedstock. This resin is especially designed as a tackifier in hot melt adhesives based on SIS and SBS block copolymers, where it provides superior room temperature cohesion combined with very low adhesive viscosity.
  • Good compatibility with styrene block copolymers, EVA, and many polar elastomers
  • SBS tackifier
  • Very good resistance to thermal and oxidative degradation
  • Water-white initial color
Regalite™ S7125 Hydrocarbon ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon Resin

Regalite™ S7125 hydrocarbon resin is a partially hydrogenated water-white inert thermoplastic resin derived from petrochemical feedstocks. This resin is especially designed as a tackifier in hot melt adhesives based on EVA, SIS and SBS copolymers, providing low odor and good color retention upon ageing.

Regaltac™ C-115R ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ C-115R Resin is a tackifier resin with a softening point of 115°C and a molten Gardner color of 4.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Low odor
Regaltac™ H-100E ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-100E is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 100°C and a Gardner color of 5 measured at 50% solids.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Low odor
Regaltac™ H-100L ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-100L is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 100°C and a molten Gardner color of 2. Regaltac H-100L has excellent compatibility with APAO (amorphous poly-alpha-olefins), metallocene-catalyzed polyolefins, as well as the midblock of SIS (styrene-isoprene-styrene), and SEBS (styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) block copolymers. Regaltac H-100L resin is used in numerous hygiene, packaging & assembly adhesive applications and sealant applications.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Light color
  • Low odor
Regaltac™ H-100R ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-100R is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 100°C and a molten Gardner color of 4. Regaltac H-100R has excellent compatibility with APAO (amorphous poly-alpha-olefins), metallocene-catalyzed polyolefins, as well as the midblock of SIS (styrene-isoprene-styrene), and SEBS (styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) block copolymers. Regaltac H-100R resin is used in numerous hygiene, packaging and assembly adhesive applications, and sealant applications.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Low odor
Regaltac™ H-100W ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-100W is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 100°C and a molten Gardner color of <1. In applications where low color is required, the W-grade resins are suggested. Regaltac H-100W has excellent compatibility with APAO (amorphous poly-alpha-olefins), metallocene-catalyzed polyolefins, as well as the midblock of SIS (styrene-isoprene-styrene), and SEBS (styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) block copolymers. Regaltac H-100W resin is used in numerous hygiene, packaging and assembly adhesive applications, sealant applications, and in epilatorie waxes.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent adhesion in SEBS and butyl sealants
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Low odor
  • Water-white color
Regaltac™ H-115E ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-115E is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 115°C and a Gardner color of 5 measured at 50% solids.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Low odor
Regaltac™ H-115L ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-115L is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 115°C and a molten Gardner color of 2. Regaltac H-115L has excellent compatibility with APAO (amorphous poly-alpha-olefins), metallocene-catalyzed polyolefins, as well as the midblock of SIS (styrene-isoprene-styrene), and SEBS (styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) block copolymers. Regaltac H-115L resin is used in numerous adhesive and sealant applications.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Light color
  • Low odor
Regaltac™ H-115R ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-115R is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 115°C and a molten Gardner color of 5. Regaltac H-115R has excellent compatibility with APAO (amorphous poly-alpha-olefins), metallocene-catalyzed polyolefins, as well as the midblock of SIS (styrene-isoprene-styrene), and SEBS (styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) block copolymers. Regaltac H-115R resin is used in numerous adhesive and sealant applications.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Low odor
Regaltac™ H-130E ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-130E is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 130°C and a molten Gardner color of 8.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Low odor
Regaltac™ H-130L ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-130L is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 130°C and a molten Gardner color of 2. Regaltac H-130L has excellent compatibility with APAO (amorphous poly-alpha-olefins), metallocene-catalyzed polyolefins, as well as the midblock of SIS (styrene-isoprene-styrene), and SEBS (styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) block copolymers, and is frequently used in hygiene adhesives, packaging and assembly adhesives, and sealants.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Light color
  • Low odor
Regaltac™ H-130R ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-130R is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 130°C and a molten Gardner color of 5. Regaltac H-130R has excellent compatibility with APAO (amorphous poly-alpha-olefins), metallocene-catalyzed polyolefins, as well as the midblock of SIS (styrene-isoprene-styrene), and SEBS (styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) block copolymers, and is frequently used in hygiene adhesives, packaging and assembly adhesives, and sealants.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Low odor
Regaltac™ H-130W ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-130W is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 130°C and a molten Gardner color of <1. In applications where low color is required, the W-grade resins are suggested. Regaltac H-130W has excellent compatibility with APAO (amorphous poly-alpha-olefins), metallocene-catalyzed polyolefins, as well as the midblock of SIS (styrene-isoprene-styrene), and SEBS (styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) block copolymers, and is frequently used in hygiene adhesives, packaging and assembly adhesives, and sealants.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Low odor
  • Water-white color
Regaltac™ H-142R ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-142R is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 142°C and a molten Gardner color of 5. Regaltac H-142R has excellent compatibility with SEBS (styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) block copolymers and butyl rubbers, as well as polyolefins, and is frequently used in adhesives and sealants.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent compatibility with SEBS and butyl rubbers
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Low odor
Regaltac™ H-142W ResinHydrogenated Hydrocarbon ResinRegaltac™ H-142W is a hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin, having a softening point of 142°C and a molten Gardner color of <1. Regaltac™ H-142W has excellent compatibility with SEBS (styrene-ethylene/butylene-styrene) block copolymers and butyl rubbers, as well as polyolefins, and is frequently used in adhesives, sealants, and in polymer and film modification.
  • Broad compatibility with numerous elastomers, polymers, and other tackifying resins
  • Consistent quality
  • Excellent compatibility with SEBS and butyl rubbers
  • Excellent heat stability
  • Low odor and volatility
  • Water-white color
Staybelite™ Ester 10-E Ester of Hydrogenated RosinRosin ResinStaybelite™ ester 10-E ester of hydrogenated gum rosin is a pale, thermoplastic resin with the excellent resistance to oxidation and discoloration characteristic of ester resins derived from hydrogenated rosin. It is a glycerol ester of rosin that has been stabilized by hydrogenation and has found wide acceptance as a tackifying resin for many adhesive applications, particularly pressure-sensitive, hot melt and emulsion types. In general, it is useful where there is need for a pale, nonoxidizing, color-stable resin.
  • Easily emulsifiable
  • Excellent resistance to oxidation
  • Light color
  • Low odor
  • Medium softening point
  • Thermoplastic hydrogenated resin
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Staybelite™ Ester 3-E Ester of Hydrogenated RosinRosin ResinStaybelite™ ester 3-E ester of hydrogenated gum rosin is a pale, viscous, balsamic liquid with the resistance to oxidation and discoloration characteristic of the Staybelite series of resins. The tacky, highly adhesive resin can be readily emulsified, and serves as plasticizer for a wide range of film formers.

Staybelite ester 3-E is broadly compatible with many other components, and it has found wide acceptance in hot melt, pressure sensitive, and laminating adhesives. In general, it finds use where there is a need for a pale, non-oxidizing, color-stable, highly tacky liquid resin.
  • Good resistance to oxidation and discoloration
  • High viscous tackifier resin with excellent ageing characteristics
  • Light color
  • Low odor
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Staybelite™ Ester 5-E ResinRosin ResinStaybelite™ ester 5-E resin is a pale, medium-hard, thermoplastic synthetic resin that has excellent resistance to oxidation, discoloration, and other properties affected by ageing. It is the glycerol ester of partially hydrogenated rosin specially processed to yield a low-odor, low-acid-number product. These and other outstanding properties make it particularly useful as a modifier of masticatory ingredients used in chewing gum bases.
  • Excellent chewing gum base
  • Excellent resistance to oxidation
  • Light color
  • Low odor
  • Medium softening point
  • Thermoplastic hydrogenated resin
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Staybelite™ Resin-E Partially Hydrogenated RosinRosin ResinStaybelite™ resin-E partially hydrogenated rosin is a pale, thermoplastic, acidic resin made by partially hydrogenating rosin. Because of this treatment, Staybelite resin-E partially hydrogenated rosin is highly resistant to oxidation and discolouration, and to changes in solubility characteristics when it is exposed to air and sunlight.
  • Color stability
  • High acid number
  • Light color
  • Low odor
  • Resistant to oxidation
  • Wide solubility and compatibility range
Synthomer™ Ester Gum 8D ResinRosin ResinSynthomer™ Ester Gum 8D Resin, a pale, medium hard thermoplastic resin, is the glycerol ester of gum rosin. It is produced by a special process that yields a low-odor, low-acid-number product. In most countries Synthomer Ester Gum 8D Resin has clearance as a masticatory ingredient in chewing gum compositions.
  • Broad compatibility and solubility
  • Low acid number
  • Low odor and taste
  • Medium softening point
  • Thermoplastic resin

Swimming Pool

TradenameChemistryDescription
PLIOLITE™ LV72OTH

Pliolite LV 72 is a low viscosity styrene-acrylate copolymer with high pigment binding properties that forms tough, abrasion and alkali resistant films with excellent adhesion to concrete and steel, and with very good water and chemical resistance.

Newtonian resin giving low viscosity solutions, with very good sprayability, for formulation of swimming pool paints and as a replacement for chlorinated rubber.


PLIOTEC™ 7104CSA

Pliotec 7104C is high Tg styrene acrylic latex that provides excellent adhesion to concrete and resistance to chemicals. It allows formulation of floor coatings that exhibits superior resistance to abrasion and hot tire pick-up.


Pliotec 7104C can be used to formulate garage floor coatings, masonry primers and waterproofing sealers.

Agriculture and seed coatings

TradenameChemistryDescription
Abalyn™ D-E Methyl Ester of RosinRosin Resin

Abalyn™ D-E methyl ester of gum rosin, is an amber-colored, near-neutral, tacky, viscous liquid. It is resinous in nature with clarity and high refractive index, low vapor pressure, high boiling point, and good thermal stability. It has excellent surface-wetting properties. These physical properties, plus its wide compatibility, make it useful in a variety of applications, including lacquers, inks, paper coatings, varnishes, adhesives, sealing compounds, plastics and wood preservatives. To assure minimum odor of products in which it is used, it is given a special steam sparging treatment.

  • Alcohol-soluble
  • Excellent perfume fixative
  • Excellent surface wetting and adhesion properties
  • Excellent wood preservative
  • Insoluble in water
  • Liquid tackifier and plasticizer resin for a wide variety of raw materials and polymers

Synthomer™ Ester Gum 8XD ResinRosin ResinSynthomer ester gum 8XD resin, a pale, medium hard thermoplastic resin, is the glycerol ester of gum rosin. It is produced by a special process that yields a low-odor, low-acid-number product. In most countries Synthomer ester gum 8XD resin has clearance as a masticatory ingredient in chewing gum compositions.
  • Broad compatibility and solubility
  • Low acid number
  • Low odor and taste
  • Medium softening point
  • Thermoplastic resin

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