Description

Formaldehyde, Polymer With 2-Methylphenol, 3-Methylphenol, 4-Methylphenol And Phenol is a specialized phenolic resin, a co-condensate of formaldehyde with various methylphenol isomers and phenol. This engineered polymer is valued for its enhanced thermal stability, chemical resistance, and tailored reactivity compared to standard phenol-formaldehyde resins. It serves as a critical performance additive and binder in advanced industrial applications where standard resins fall short. Key industries that utilize this material include high-performance coatings, specialty adhesives, and composite materials manufacturing.

Application

• High-Temperature Resistant Coatings and Varnishes: Used as a binder in industrial coatings for automotive, aerospace, and appliance components requiring superior heat and chemical resistance.
• Specialty Adhesives and Bonding Agents: Serves as a core resin in adhesives for abrasive wheels, friction materials (brake pads, clutch facings), and laminated wood products.
• Composite Material Binders: Acts as a matrix resin in the production of fiber-reinforced composites and molding compounds for electrical and automotive parts.
• Foundry Sand Binders: Employed in shell molding and core-making processes in metal casting for its excellent binding strength and thermal properties.
• Oilfield and Drilling Fluid Additives: Utilized as a fluid loss control agent and stabilizer in drilling mud formulations.
• Rubber Reinforcing Resins: Functions as a tackifier and reinforcing agent in rubber compounding to improve hardness, modulus, and heat resistance.
• Electrical Insulation Materials: A key component in the manufacture of laminates for printed circuit boards and other electrical insulating materials.
• Ion-Exchange Resin Precursor: Can be further functionalized to produce specialized ion-exchange resins for water treatment and chemical purification.

Basic Information

Product Name	Formaldehyde, Polymer With 2-Methylphenol, 3-Methylphenol, 4-Methylphenol And Phenol
CAS No.	41701-84-2
Molecular Formula	(C7H8O·CH2O·C6H6O)x
Molecular Weight	Variable (Polymer)
Synonyms	Phenol, polymer with formaldehyde and methylphenol; Cresol-Formaldehyde-Phenol Resin; Phenol-Cresol-Formaldehyde Copolymer; Phenolic Resin, Modified; Novolac-type Phenolic Resin (Modified); PCF Resin; Methylphenol Phenol Formaldehyde Polymer; Thermosetting Phenolic Copolymer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of this phenolic copolymer adheres to strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Key parameters such as softening point, free phenol content, gel time, and molecular weight distribution are rigorously monitored. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific grade specifications is provided with each shipment. We support compliance with relevant industry standards and can tailor specifications to meet specific customer and application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers. The product may be hygroscopic; ensure containers are sealed after use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown flakes or powder
Softening Point (Ring & Ball)	80 - 120 °C (Grade Dependent)
Free Phenol Content	< 5.0 %
Gel Time (at 150°C)	30 - 180 seconds
Hexamine Tolerance	Contact for details
Volatile Content	< 2.0 %
Identification (IR)	Conforms

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.