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ADCOTETM L76-178/CR-384

Laminating Adhesive - Preliminary TDS 

Description 

Adcote L76-178 is the isocyanate-terminated polyester urethane component of a two-component adhesive 

system that requires the use of coreactant CR-384 to achieve full properties. 

Adcote L76-178/CR-384 adhesive provides high bond strength and a high level of heat and chemical 

resistance. The adhesive system is used in multi-layer structures that require extended shelf life for 

packaging aggressive foodstuffs. 

The cure rate of laminations made with Adcote L76-178 adhesive is dependent on the temperature and 

relative humidity of the storage or holding area. The adhesive does not require hot room storage although 

elevated temperatures accelerate the cure time and improves process throughput. 

Typical Properties*

 Adcote L76-178 CR-384 

Solids 68% 70%** 

Viscosity 2200 cPs <50 cPs 

Weight/Gallon 9.1 lb 9.0 lb 

Solvent Ethyl Acetate Ethyl Alcohol 

Diluents Urethane Grade Ethyl Acetate, MEK 

Mix Ratio 100 pbw 1.7 pbw 

Shelf Life 6 months (unopened containers stored in cool, dry place) 

*Typical Properties provided for general information only. They are approximate values and are not 

considered part of a product specification. 

**CR-384 is 100% reactive. Contains small amounts of proprietary organic solvents. See MSDS for details. 

Typical Uses 

Adcote L76-178/CR-384 is formulated for laminating high slip films to films or foil. Consult your Rohm and 

Haas technical sales representative for application suggestions regarding this laminating adhesive. 

 

Mixing Instructions 

Add the proper amount of CR-384 coreactant to Adcote L76-178 adhesive while mixing. Mix thoroughly until 

well-dispersed.

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 combust 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, faceshield, 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 not 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. 

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____________________________________________________________________ ADCOTE 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 ; Midwest Technology Center, 2531 Technology Drive, Suite 301, Elgin, IL 60124 

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Rohm and Haas Food and Drug Opinion 

Name: Adcote L 76-178 

Regulation Complies Opinio

n Date Limitations 

21CFR175.105 Y 03/23/2010

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

Name: CR-384 

Regulation Complies Opinion 

Date Limitations 

21CFR175.105 Y 08/07/2009

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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