Description

Resins, Petroleum, Aliphatic is a category of hydrocarbon resins derived from petroleum feedstocks, characterized by their aliphatic (saturated) structure. These resins are valued for their excellent tackifying properties, chemical stability, and compatibility with a wide range of polymers and elastomers. They are essential components for formulators and manufacturers in the adhesives, sealants, rubber compounding, and coatings industries seeking to enhance product performance and processing characteristics.

Application

• Hot-Melt Adhesives (HMA): Acts as a primary tackifier, improving adhesion, cohesion, and open time.
• Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives (PSA): Used in tapes and labels to provide immediate tack and peel strength.
• Rubber Compounding: Enhances the processability, tack, and reinforcement of synthetic and natural rubber products like tires and industrial rubber goods.
• Sealants and Caulks: Improves flexibility, adhesion, and durability in construction and automotive sealants.
• Industrial and Protective Coatings: Modifies properties such as gloss, hardness, and water resistance in solvent-based and powder coatings.
• Printing Inks: Serves as a binder and tackifier to improve pigment wetting, gloss, and rub resistance.
• Asphalt Modification: Enhances the temperature susceptibility and aging resistance of paving and roofing asphalts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Resins, Petroleum, Aliphatic
CAS No.	64365-13-5
Molecular Formula	Complex hydrocarbon mixture
Molecular Weight	Varies by grade (typically 500-2000 g/mol)
Synonyms	Aliphatic Petroleum Resin; C5 Aliphatic Resin; C5 Hydrocarbon Resin; Petroleum Resin, Aliphatic; C5 Resin; Tackifier Resin; Hydrocarbon Tackifying Resin; Synthetic Polyterpene Resin (related class); Aliphatic C5 Resin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Aliphatic Petroleum Resins are manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of tests including softening point, color, acid value, and bromine number. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at ambient temperatures (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and open flame. For long-term storage, a nitrogen blanket is recommended to prevent oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to amber solid / flakes
Softening Point (Ring & Ball)	80°C - 120°C (Grade dependent)
Color (Gardner)	≤ 6
Acid Value (mg KOH/g)	≤ 1.0
Saponification Value (mg KOH/g)	≤ 2.0
Bromine Number (g Br2/100g)	≤ 30
Ash Content	≤ 0.1%

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