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Polyamide (PA) Resins

Based on 427 products - Last update on the Jun 26, 2025

Polyamides appear as granular solids, fine powders, or viscous liquid resins. Their key attributes include excellent impact resistance, thermal stability, and wear resistance. Thus, they are well-suited in automotive coatings, industrial adhesives, and protective finishes.

Bio-based and recyclable polyamides are on a rise that align with sustainability goals. Subtypes include thermoplastic polyamides for flexible applications and reactive polyamide resins for high-performance coatings and adhesives. Regulatory compliance emphasizes safety in end-use applications, primarily in food-contact and low-emission formulations.

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Gravure Inks147 products

Flexographic Inks145 products

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CASAMID® 874

by Thomas Swan

CASAMID® 874 by Thomas Swan is a general purpose, alcohol-soluble polyamide resin. It forms a cohesive, durable film upon solvent evaporation. It offers high blocking resistance and water resistance, making it ideal for packaging requiring moisture protection. <br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"><li>It provides enhanced gelation resistance, ensuring stable formulations and preventing premature thickening. </li> <li>It has excellent solvent compatibility, allowing flexible ink formulations while maintaining strong adhesion. </li> <li>It requires less nitrocellulose than conventional resins, simplifying formulations and reducing costs. </li> <li>It is broadly compatible with alcohol-based solvents and ink additives, enabling easy formulation adjustments. </li> <li>CASAMID® 874 improves pigment dispersion for vibrant and consistent color development. </li> <li>The amide groups interact with the substrate and pigments, enhancing gloss and abrasion resistance, making them ideal for flexible packaging and printing applications. </li> <li>It delivers excellent print quality, superior adhesion, and strong resistance in flexographic inks and lacquers. </li> <li>It is used in laminating inks for multi-layer packaging applications due to its high bond strength and flexibility. </li> <li>It is optimized for overprint varnishes, providing smooth coverage. </li> <li>It ensures reliable performance in both industrial and packaging coating applications. </li> <li>It has a shelf life of 12 months. </li></ul>

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CASAMID® 876

by Thomas Swan

CASAMID® 876 by Thomas Swan is an alcohol-soluble polyamide resin. It provides strong film formation upon solvent evaporation, enhancing print quality and rub resistance. Its excellent solubility profile makes it particularly well-suited for use with a wide range of solvents and co-resins, enhancing formulation flexibility. <br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"><li>It is used in combination with nitrocellulose to improve ink performance, contributing to superior print quality and resistance properties. </li> <li>It provides high resistance to moisture, abrasion, and wear in packaging inks. </li> <li>It features enhanced flow properties for smooth ink application and reduced clogging. </li> <li>It delivers sharp print definition and strong adhesion in flexographic printing inks. </li> <li>CASAMID® 876 provides excellent flow and leveling for deep, rich prints in gravure printing inks. </li> <li>It gives anti-blocking and gelation resistance to formulations. </li> <li>It offers protection, gloss, and durability in lacquers and coatings. </li> <li>It ensures strong bonding performance in lamination inks for multi-layer packaging. </li> <li>It is optimized for overprint varnishes, providing smooth coverage. </li> <li>It has a shelf life of 12 months. </li></ul>

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CASAMID® 878

by Thomas Swan

CASAMID® 878 by Thomas Swan is an alcohol-soluble polyamide resin. It provides superior anti-blocking properties, preventing layers from sticking together. <br> <ul style="padding-left: 40px;"><li>It has a high melting point (140-150°C), offering exceptional thermal stability for demanding applications. </li> <li>It features a low odor formulation, ideal for sensitive packaging and coating uses. </li> <li>It ensures excellent film formation upon solvent extraction for high-quality, durable prints and coatings. </li> <li>It prevents premature gelation, though higher alcohols or hydrocarbon solvents may be needed for added stability. </li> <li>The amide groups interact with pigments and substrates, ensuring optimum dispersion, gloss, and rub resistance. </li> <li>It enhances durability in printing and coating applications. </li> <li>CASAMID® 878 delivers superior adhesion and print quality in specialized flexographic ink applications. </li> <li>It offers excellent release properties and durability in release lacquers. </li> <li>It is optimized for overprint varnishes, providing smooth coverage. </li> <li>It provides strength and barrier performance in coatings. </li> <li>It ensures long-lasting resistance to heat, abrasion, and environmental factors in high-performance packaging inks. </li> <li>It has a shelf life of 12 months. </li></ul>