Products
Malkyd™ (Maleic Resin)
Tackifier, Printing Ink and Painting Resin
- Our trade name for a maleic rosin and ester, and fumarate rosin and ester
- Mainly used as a painting resin
- Relatively high acid value and slightly wider molecular weight distribution
| Product | Type | Color (USDA) | Acid Value | Softening Point (ºC, R&B) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. 1 | Oil soluble | WG or better | 25 max. | 120-130 |
| No. 5 | 140-150 | |||
| No. 2 | Lacquer | 39 max. | 120-130 | |
| No. 6 | 140-150 | |||
| No. 8 | 130-140 | |||
| No. 31 | Alcohol Soluble | 200 max. | 135-145 | |
| No. 32 | 140 max. | 130-140 | ||
| No. 33 | 290-320 | 140 min. | ||
| 3002 | I or better | 90-110 | 165-185 |
Feature: Partial compatibility with nitrocellulose, good weather resistance and color retention
Use: Oil vernish, printing ink, enamel and adhesive
Lacquer type
Feature: Very light color, good weather resistance, compatibility and color retention
Use: Clear lacquer, enamel, oil vernish and adhesive
Alcohol soluble
Feature: Good solubility in alcohol
Use: Vernish and ink