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ADCOTETM 76P10 Laminating Adhesive 

Description

Two-component, curing type laminating adhesive designed for laminating combinations of polyester,

polypropylene, polyethylene or nylon films to aluminum foil for applications requiring the highest thermal

resistance and chemical resistance.

Typical Properties*

Solids 50%

Viscosity 2000 cps, Brookfield #2 Spindle, 20 rpm at 23°F 

Weight/Gallon 8.15 lb

Curing Agent Coreactant CT

Mix ratio 100 pbw Adcote 76P10/7 pbw Coreactant CT

Diluents Methyl Ethyl Ketone, Urethane Grade Ethyl Acetate, Toluene or blends of same

Appearance Clear yellow liquid.

Shelf Life 360 days (unopened containers)

*These items are provided for general information only. They are approximate values and are not

considered part of a product specification.

Typical Uses

Laminations that require outstanding adhesion to aluminum foil with high degrees of bond strength, age 

stability, thermal resistance, and chemical resistance. Typical laminations for which it is suitable are: 

 Aluminum Foil/Polyester Film

 Aluminum Foil/Nylon

 Aluminum Foil/Treated Polyethylene

 Aluminum Foil/Treated Polypropylene 

 Copper Foil/Polyester Film

Mixing for Use

Adcote 76P10 should be mechanically agitated in the drum prior to catalyzing or dilution. Combine 

7 parts Coreactant CT with 100 parts Adcote 76P10 just before use. Coreactant CT container must be kept 

closed when not in use. Thin as desired with MEK, toluene, or 99% ethyl acetate.

Higher catalyst levels will improve chemical resistance, but will also increase the modulus (stiffness) of the

lamination. 

High molecular weight polyesters that are used in solution adhesives like Adcote 76P10 have a tendency

to form a reversible structure in solution with time. This structuring is accelerated when the adhesive is

exposed to temperatures below 50°F. The structuring is reversible if heat and shear is applied to the

adhesive. We recommend placing the container of adhesive in a steam cabinet, allowing venting of the 

container and heating to 110-140°F. After the adhesive reaches the proper temperature, mix the adhesive

in the container for 1-3 hours under moderate shear. Use of a disperser or “Cowles” type blade will

shorten the time needed.

Caution must be taken because of the flammability of the solvents used in the adhesive. Please

review MSDS for hazards associated with the adhesive. 

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PACKAGING AND

CONVERTING 
Attempting to redisperse without heat may reduce the apparent viscosity, but not result in a 

homogeneous mix. Before using the adhesive, check to make sure that all resin has returned to a true 

solution and no gels remain. 

Adhesive Application

Adcote 76P10 can be applied by gravure, smooth roll or reverse roll techniques. The adhesive is generally 

applied to the less porous, more stable substrate. 

Adhesive Weight

Approximately 3.2 - 4.8 grams of dry adhesive per square meter (1.5 - 2.5 lb/ream) will generally provide

excellent results in laminations of light gauge substrates. Higher adhesive weights may be required in 

laminations of heavy gauge substrates and/or where high degrees of thermal or chemical resistance are 

required. 

Drying 

Use sufficient temperature and air velocity to assure complete solvent removal. Oven temperatures in the

range of 93-121°C (200-250°F) are generally suitable.

Combining

Laminate to the second substrate using heated pressure-nip rollers at a temperature high enough to assure 

complete wetting of the secondary substrate. A minimum temperature of 70°C (160°F) is recommended. 

However, temperatures approaching the 176°C (350°F) may be required to obtain optimum adhesive 

performance in laminations of heavy gauge substrates or where adhesion is of prime importance. Maximum 

thermal and chemical properties will develop within 7-14 days.

Safety, Handling and Storage 

• Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Keep container tightly 

closed. 

• Hot organic chemical vapors can suddenly and without warning, ignite when mixed with air. Ignition 

can occur at typical elevated temperature process conditions. Please evaluate such processes to 

assure safe handling conditions. 

• Support and ground containers before opening, dispensing, mixing, pouring or emptying. Open with 

non-sparking tools. If container is warm, open bung slowly to release the internal pressure. 

• Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated goggles, face shield, and gloves. 

Professionally launder contaminated clothing before re-use. 

• ATTENTION! Container can be hazardous when empty. Follow label warnings even after container 

is empty. Do no use heat, sparks, open flames, torches or cigarettes on or near empty containers. 

Do not reuse empty container without professional cleaning. 

• Refer to Material Safety Data Sheet for more information. 

______________________________________________________________________ Adcote and Coreactant is a registered trademark of Rohm and Haas Company.

These suggestions and data are based on information we believe to be reliable. They are offered in good faith, but without 

guarantee, as conditions and method of use of our products are beyond our control. We recommend that the prospective user 

determine the suitability of our materials and suggestions before adopting them on a commercial scale.

Suggestions for uses of our products or the inclusion of descriptive material from patents and the citation of specific patents in this 

publication should not be understood as recommending the use of our products in violation of any patent or as permission or license 

to use any patents of the Rohm and Haas Company. 

Visit us at http://www.rohmhaas.com/AdhesivesSealants

Rohm and Haas Company, Midwest Technical Center, 2531 Technology Drive, Suite 301, Elgin, IL 60124

Phone: 847-649-3800 Fax: 847-649-3760 

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Rohm and Haas Food and Drug Opinion 

Name: COREACTANT CT 

Regulation Complies Opinion 

Date Limitations 

21CFR175.105 Y 11/13/2006

Legend: 

L Yes, this product is cleared with limitations noted

N No, this product is not cleared

Y Yes, this product is cleared.

A Affirmed as compliant based on migration studies.

Regulations: 

21CFR175.105 Adhesives

Disclaimer: 

 This information relates specifically to this product. We believe this information to be accurate and 

reliable as of this date. 

 We recommend that our customers make their own determination on the suitability of this product for 

their particular application.

 We cannot guarantee that the indirect food additives/food-contact status of this product will remain 

unchanged indefinitely; therefore we recommend that you periodically verify its status. 

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