IUPAC Name
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Cas Number
90598-46-2
HS Code
390730
Formula
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Industry
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Appearance
Clear, colorless to light yellow viscous liquid
Common Names
Epoxy
Packaging
80 @ 220 kg Iron Drums 17.6 MT
80 @ 240 kg Iron Drum, 19.2 MT / 20FCL
Brief Overview
Epoxy resins are a class of reactive prepolymers and polymers which contain epoxide groups. Epoxy resins are also known as polyepoxides. They can be reacted not only with themselves (cross-linking), but also with other co-reactants ( for example acids, polyfunctional amines, alcohols, phenols). These co-reactants are referred to as hardeners or curatives; the cross-linking reaction is commonly referred to as curing.
Manufacturing Process
Most common epoxy resins are manufactured using the reaction between epichlorohydrin (ECH) and bisphenol-A (BPA). However, sometimes BPA may be replaced by other raw materials (for example aliphatic glycols, phenol and o-cresol novolacs) to produce resins with specific properties.
Adhesives: thanks to strong adhesive properties, epoxy resin serves as an excellent structural support. It is used in production of snowboards, aircrafts and bicycles.
Electrical Systems: Because epoxy resin is a great insulator, it is used in the production of motors, transformers and generators, where it protects from dust and moisture.
Coatings and Sealant: Because of its corrosion protection properties, epoxy resin serves as an excellent sealant for household items that are corrosive. Epoxy resin also can be used as a protective coating for decorative flooring.
