Solvents in adhesive formulations appear as clear, often colorless liquids with characteristic odors. Key features include controlled evaporation rates, compatibility with base polymers, and ability to influence initial tack properties. Solvents are essential in applications requiring penetration into porous substrates or precise viscosity control, making them valuable in construction adhesives, contact cements, and specialty bonding applications where flow characteristics must be carefully managed.
Industry trends reflect growing preference for low-VOC and exempt solvents due to regulatory considerations, water-miscible co-solvents which reduce environmental impact, and green solvents that are derived from bio-based sources.. Solvent types include aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons, ketones, esters, and alcohols, each offering distinct solvency and evaporation profiles.
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SBP 40/65 LNH by Shell is C5-C6 paraffinic hydrocarbon solvent with a high volatility. The aromatics- and olefins content of this additive is very low, as it is made from hydrogenated feed-stock. SBP 40/65 LNH contains less than 2% n-hexane. It has a shelf life of 12 months.
SBP 100/140 by Shell Chemicals is C7-C9 hydrocarbon solvent. The aromatics- and olefins content of this additive is very low, as it is made from hydrogenated feed-stock. It has a shelf life of 12 months.
ShellSol™ D100 by Shell Chemicals is derived from selected petroleum feedstocks which have been highly refined and reacted with hydrogen to convert aromatics to cycloparaffins. Consists predominantly of C13- C15 paraffins and naphthenes. ShellSol™ D100 possesses very low aromatic content, negligible reactive impurities and low sweet odor. Designed for adhesive applications.
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