Dimer Acid: Essential Component For Resins, Coatings, And High-performance Lubricants

Key Features:

• Chemical Formula: Varies depending on the specific dimer acid structure.
• Appearance: Typically a yellowish or light amber liquid.
• Boiling Point: Generally around 260-290°C (500-554°F).
• Melting Point: Varies depending on the specific dimer acid.

Types and Applications:

1. Dimer Acid (General):

   • Uses: Used in the manufacture of high-performance resins, coatings, and adhesives. It is also employed in the production of lubricants and surfactants.

2. Hydrogenated Dimer Acid:

   • Uses: Applied in the production of synthetic lubricants, coatings, and as a component in various industrial applications.

3. High Melting Dimer Acid:

   • Uses: Used in the production of high-temperature resistant materials and specialty polymers.

Applications:

1. Industrial Coatings:

   • Resins and Paints: Used as a key ingredient in the formulation of epoxy and alkyd resins, providing improved adhesion, flexibility, and durability.

2. Adhesives:

   • Strong Bonds: Enhances the performance of adhesives, particularly in applications requiring high strength and durability.

3. Lubricants:

   • Performance Additive: Employed in the formulation of high-performance lubricants, improving their stability and efficiency.

4. Plastics and Polymers:

   • Polymerization: Used in the production of specialty plastics and polymers, providing desired properties such as flexibility and chemical resistance.

5. Surfactants and Detergents:

   • Cleaning Agents: Acts as a component in the formulation of surfactants and detergents, improving their performance and efficiency.

Advantages:

• Enhanced Performance: Provides improved properties to resins, coatings, and adhesives, including better adhesion, flexibility, and durability.
• Versatility: Applicable in a wide range of industrial applications including coatings, lubricants, and plastics.

Safety and Handling:

• Handling Precautions: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and goggles. Avoid inhalation, ingestion, and contact with skin and eyes.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from sources of ignition and incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed.

Regulatory Information:

• Complies with relevant industrial and safety regulations for use in coatings, adhesives, lubricants, and other applications.

Packaging:

• Available in various packaging options including drums, totes, or bulk containers.