Teckros® HX is a highly hydrogenated rosin known for its excellent oxidative stability and UV resistance. The hydrogenation process stabilizes the rosin, offering unique compatibility and adhesive performance, including with acrylic and SBC polymers. Its high acid functionality enhances adhesion to difficult-to-bond substrates.

Chemical Family: Rosin Esters, Rosins

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylics, Butyl Rubber (IIR), Chloroprene Rubber (CR), Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA), Natural Rubbers (NR), Polyolefins, Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR), Styrene Butadiene Styrene (SBS), Styrene Isoprene Butadiene (SIBS), Styrene Isoprene Styrene (SIS), Styrenic Block Copolymer (SBC)

Glass Transition Temperature (Tg):: 29.0 °C

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Adhesive & Sealant End Applications
Coating End Applications
Product Application
  • 175.105 Adhesives
  • 175.125 Pressure Sensitive Adhesives
  • 175.300 Resinous and Polymeric Coatings
  • 176.170 Components of paper and paperboard in contact with aqueous and fatty foods
  • 176.180 Components of paper and paperboard in contact with dry foods

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble In
Compatible with
Chloroprene, SIS, Polyolefins, Natural Rubber, SBR, Acrylic, SBS, Other Polymers, Adhesive Polymers, SIBS, Butyl, including EVA
Soluble in
Solvents and Alcohols.
Insoluble in
Water without amine neutralization.
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (at 25°C)8.8lb/gal-
Specific Gravity (re: water)1.05--
Hydroxyl Value0--
Melt Viscosity (at 177°C)25cPs-
Melt Viscosity (at 125°C)500cPs-
Poly Dispersity1--
Molecular Weight306--
Glass Transition Temperature29°C-
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Auto Ignition Tempertauremin. 260°C-
ColorVery pale yellow--
Decomposition TemperatureVery low hazard expected at normal operating conditions.--
Density1.05g/cc-
Flash Pointmin. 190°CClosed cup
FormSolid--
Insoluble inWater--
Melting Point76 - 82°C-
OdorBland, Slight rosin--
Physical StateSolid--
Soluble inAliphatic hydrocarbons--
Soluble inAromatic hydrocarbons--
Sparingly Soluble inAlcohols--
Viscosity500cPs-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Softening Point (R & B)76 - 82°C-
Acid Valuemin. 165mg KOH/g-
Color (neat)max. 5-Gardner
Color (50T)max. 3-Gardner
Compatibility

It is excellent with a wide range of commonly used adhesive polymers, including EVA, SIS, SBS, SIBS, SBR, natural rubber, acrylic, chloroprene, butyl, and other polymers. Compatibility is more limited with polyolefins. Excellent solubility in virtually all commonly used solvents and alcohols. Insoluble in water without amine neutralization.

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

Pastille form in 55 bags