Description

Tall Oil, Phenol, Formaldehyde Polymer is a synthetic resin produced by the condensation polymerization of tall oil fatty acids, phenol, and formaldehyde. This versatile polymer is valued for its excellent adhesive properties, chemical resistance, and thermal stability, making it a crucial component in high-performance industrial formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the adhesives, coatings, and rubber industries for applications requiring durable and resilient bonding agents.

Application

• Adhesive Formulations: Used as a tackifying resin and modifier in hot-melt, pressure-sensitive, and structural adhesives.
• Rubber Compounding: Acts as a processing aid, tackifier, and reinforcing resin in tire and industrial rubber goods manufacturing.
• Industrial Coatings: Serves as a resinous component in protective coatings, primers, and varnishes for metal and wood.
• Foundry Core Binders: Employed as a binding agent in sand cores and molds for metal casting processes.
• Friction Materials: Utilized as a phenolic resin component in brake linings and clutch facings.
• Printing Inks: Functions as a resin to improve adhesion and gloss in specialty printing inks.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tall Oil, Phenol, Formaldehyde Polymer
CAS No.	67785-03-9
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Tall oil phenol formaldehyde resin; TPF resin; Phenol-formaldehyde-tall oil resin; Tall oil modified phenolic resin; TOFA-phenol-formaldehyde polymer; Alkyl phenolic resin; Rosin modified phenolic resin; Adhesive tackifier resin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tall Oil, Phenol, Formaldehyde Polymer is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as softening point, acid value, and color is provided with every shipment to guarantee product integrity for your specific application.

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 and open flame. Under these conditions, the product is stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Amber to brown solid / flakes
Softening Point (Ring & Ball)	80 - 120 °C
Acid Value	< 30 mg KOH/g
Color (Gardner)	< 12
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

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