ADCOTETM 1140

Laminating Adhesive

Description

Adcote 1140 is a solution adhesive based on Mor-EsterTM 49001 polyester resin (This solid resin is no 

longer available.). Excellent adhesion is achieved to most plastic and metal surfaces.

Adcote 1140 resin can be used as in-line primers, adhesives, or as ink vehicle bases. The performance of 

Adcote 1140 resin can be further enhanced with the use of recommended coreactants.

Typical Solution Properties*

Weight Solids 39–41%

Viscosity, cps 1100-1800 cps

Weight/Gallon 7.7–7.9 lb

Solvents MEK

Recommended Diluents MEK, toluene, ethyl acetate

Coreactant** Coreactant F

Mix Ratio 100 pbw Adcote 1140

6.4 pbw Coreactant F

Shelf Life 270 days (unopened containers)

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

considered part of a product specification.

**Other coreactants are available for special uses. Consult your 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 1140 resins 

causing inadequate cure.

Adcote 1140 resin can react or interact with other components of the structure. Retained solvents, slip 

additives, antiblock agents, and contaminated solvents are some of the components that may cause property 

changes of the substrates and/or Adcote 1140 resin.

General Information

The initial color and clarity of Adcote 1140 resin will remain unchanged after outdoor exposure. In addition, 

Adcote 1140 resin is resistant to attack by dilute acid and alkali solutions. When mixed with coreactant, the 

tensile strength and resistance to chemical plasticizers, solvents and water are noticeably improved. The 

melting range will also increase. With some substrates, the addition of a coreactant may improve adhesion.

High molecular weight polyesters that are used in solution adhesives like Adcote 1140 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.

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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

Apply Adcote 1140 resin by 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 lb per 3000 square feet) and completely remove the solvents. Laminate with heated 

nip rolls to provide a minimum glue line temperature of 140°F.

The preferred method for bonding is to coat the more stable substrate, heat so the glue is 140°F minimum, 

and laminate. A heated press can be used for general purpose bonding by employing enough pressure to 

insure intimate contact between the adhesive and both surfaces, and holding this pressure until the glue line 

reaches 140°F.

When using Coreactant F, use the amount shown in the Typical Solution 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 without. Curing begins after solvent removal and continues 

slowly at room temperature. Approximately 7–14 days are necessary to complete the cure at room 

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

Pot Life

It is best not to mix more Adcote 1140 resin and coreactant than will be used in 8 hours. Any mixed solution 

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

reusing, we recommend that you combine the old mixed solution with newly mixed solution in the ratio of 

25% old and 75% new, and mixed thoroughly.

Safety Precautions

Adcote 1140 resin contains somewhat toxic and/or flammable solvents and suitable handling precautions 

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

contact must be prevented. Synthetic gloves, face shields, and aprons impermeable to these solvents 

should be worn when there is possible 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: ADCOTETM 1140

Regulation Number Complies Limitations Opinion Date

21CFR175.105 L 1 Jul 28, 2003

21CFR175.300 L 1 Jul 28, 2003

21CFR175.320 L 1 Jul 28, 2003

21CFR176.170 L 1, 2 Jul 28, 2003

21CFR176.180 L 1 Jul 28, 2003

21CFR177.1390 L 1 Jul 28, 2003

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

21CFR177.1395 L 1 Jul 28, 2003

Legend:

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

Limitations:

1 SOLVENT MUST BE COMPLETELY EVAPORATED DURING DRYING AND 

CURING. 

2 PROVIDED THAT THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACE OF THE PAPER AND 

PAPERBOARD COMPLIES WITH THE EXTRACTIVES LIMITATIONS IN 

21CFR176.170 PARAGRAPH (C). 

Regulations:

 21CFR175.105 ADHESIVES

 21CFR175.300 RESINOUS AND POLYMERIC COATINGS

 21CFR175.320 RESINOUS AND POLYMERIC COATINGS FOR POLYOLEFIN FILMS

 21CFR176.170 COMPONENTS OF PAPER AND PAPERBOARD IN CONTACT WITH 

AQUEOUS AND FATTY FOODS

 21CFR176.180 COMPONENTS OF PAPER AND PAPERBOARD IN CONTACT WITH 

DRY FOOD

 21CFR177.1390 LAMINATE STRUCTURES FOR USE AT TEMPERATURES OF 250F 

AND ABOVE

 21CFR177.1395 LAMINATE STRUCTURES FOR USE AT TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 

120F AND 250F

Product Name: COREACTANT F

Regulation Number Complies Limitations Opinion Date

CFR175.105 L 1 May 12, 2000

Legend:

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

Limitations:

1 SOLVENT MUST BE COMPLETELY EVAPORATED DURING DRYING AND 

CURING. 

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.