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ADCOTETM 1217D Laminating Adhesive 

Description

Adcote 1217D is a solution adhesive based on Mor-Ester

TM 49002 polyester resin. It provides excellent

adhesion to most plastic and metal surfaces, and can be used a primer, heat seal coating, or adhesive. This

product's performance can be further enhanced by using recommended coreactants.

Typical Properties (Not a Specification)*

Weight Solids 16-18%

Viscosity 19 Sec, #2 Zahn cup

Density 9.1 ± 0.2 lb/gallon 

Solvent 1,3 dioxolane 

Recommended Diluents 1,3 dioxolane, toluene

Coreactant Coreactant F**

Mix Ratio 100 pbw Adcote 1217D

 2 pbw Coreactant F

Shelf Life 360 days (unopened containers)

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

of a product specification.

**Other coreactants are available for special uses. Consult your Rohm and Haas sales representative for

further information.

Precautions

See Material Safety Data Sheets for hazardous ingredients, flammability, disposal, and related handling 

information. Alcohol and similar materials containing active hydrogen can react with Adcote 1217D resin,

causing inadequate cure. Adcote 1217D resin can react or interact with other components of the structure. 

Retained solvents, slip additives, anti-block agents, and contaminated solvents are some of the components

that may cause property changes in substrates and/or Adcote 1217D resin. 

General Information

The initial color and clarity of Adcote 1217D resin will remain unchanged after outdoor exposure. In addition, 

Adcote 1217D resin is resistant to dilute acid and alkali solutions. When Adcote 1217D is mixed with

coreactant, its tensile strength and resistance to chemical plasticizers, solvents, and water are noticeably

improved and its melting range increases. Also, with some substrates, the addition of a coreactant may

improve adhesion.

High molecular weight polyesters that are used in solution adhesives like Adcote 1217D have 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.

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PACKAGING AND

CONVERTING 

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

review MSDS for hazards associated with the adhesive. 

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. 

Directions For Use 

Note: Due to the aggressive nature of the solvents in the product, it is recommended that all rubber rolls in

the coating head be EPDM or a suitable rubber to resist solvent attack. 

Apply Adcote 1217D resin using any of the conventional methods, including gravure coater, reverse roll 

coater, knife and spraying. Dilution may be necessary. Apply enough wet coating to deposit 0.1-0.3 dry mils

(or approximately 2-6 dry lbs/3000 sq ft) and completely remove the solvents. Laminate with heated nip rolls

to provide a minimum glue line temperature of 310°F.

The preferred method for bonding is to: 

1. Coat the more stable substrate.

2. Heat so that the glue line is 310°F.

 3. Laminate.

A heated press can be used for general purpose bonding by employing enough pressure to ensure intimate

contact between the adhesive and both surfaces, and holding this pressure until the glue line reaches 310°F.

When using Coreactant F, use the amount shown in the Typical Properties section as a guide. The optimum 

level of coreactant should be determined experimentally for each particular end use. Coating with coreactant 

is handled in the same manner as coating without coreactant. Curing begins after solvent removal and

continues slowly at room temperature. Approximately 7-14 days are needed to complete the cure at room

temperature, but a post cure at elevated temperatures can reduce this time. 

Pot Life 

Do not mix more Adcote 1217D resin and coreactant than will be needed in 8 hours. Any mixed solution that

is left over should be stored in tightly closed containers and used within 3 days. When reusing, we 

recommend combining the old mixed solution with the newly mixed solution at a ratio of 25% old/75% new. 

Mix thoroughly. 

Safety Precautions 

Adcote 1217D resin contains somewhat toxic and/or flammable solvents, and suitable handling precautions

should be observed. Do not inhale the fumes. Avoid prolonged and repeated skin contact. Eye contact

must be prevented. Wear synthetic gloves, face shields, and aprons impermeable to these solvents

whenever there is a possibility of skin contact. Use NIOSH approved respirators to avoid fumes.

Adcote and Mor-Ester are registered trademarks 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 

Product Name: ADCOTE(TM) 1217D 

Regulation Number Complies Limitations Opinion Date 

21CFR175.105 L 1 Dec 13,2001

21CFR175.320 L 1, 2 Dec 13,2001

21CFR177.1390 L 1 Dec 13,2001

 Paragraphs (c)(2)(v)(a) and (c)(2)(vi)(a)(2) 

21CFR177.1395 L 1

21CFR177.1630 L 1

 Paragraph (e)(4)(i) 

Legend: 

L Yes, this product is cleared with limitations as noted. 

Limitations: 

1 SOLVENT MUST BE COMPLETELY EVAPORATED 

DURING DRYING AND CURING. 

2 ONLY IN COATINGS THAT CONTACT FOOD ONLY OF 

THE TYPE IDENTIFIED IN PARAGRAPH 176.170(C), 

TABLE 1, UNDER CATEGORY VIII, AND UNDER 

CONDITIONS OF USE E,F, OR G, DESCRIBED IN TABLE 

2 OF PARAGRAPH 176.170(C). 

Regulations: 

 21CFR175.105 ADHESIVES 

 21CFR175.320 RESINOUS AND POLYMERIC COATINGS FOR 

POLYOLEFIN FILMS 

 21CFR177.1390 LAMINATE STRUCTURES FOR USE AT 

TEMPERATURES OF 250F AND ABOVE 

 21CFR177.1395 LAMINATE STRUCTURES FOR USE AT 

TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 120F AND 250F 

 21CFR177.1630 POLYETHYLENE PHTHALATE POLYMERS 

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/foodcontact status of this product will remain unchanged 

indefinitely; therefore we recommend that you periodically 

verify its status. 

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Rohm and Haas Food and Drug Opinion 

Name: COREACTANT (TM) F 

Regulation Complies Opinion 

Date Limitations 

21CFR175.105 Y 02/29/2008

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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