Kristalex™ 5140LV

Kristalex™ 5140LV Hydrocarbon Resin by Synthomer is a high softening point water clear, highly color stable, nonpolar, low molecular weight thermoplastic hydrocarbon resin with low organic volatile content. It is compatible with oils, waxes & alkyds. It is soluble in many common organic solvents. It exhibits excellent thermal stability and resistance against oxidation. Kristalex™ 5140LV complies with many FDA regulations for applications involving direct contact with food. It is produced by copolymerization of pure aromatic monomers. It is designed primarily for use as a modifier resin in coatings. It is compatible with chlorinated paraffins, polystyrene, rosin and modified rosins, rosin ester, SBR, and styrene-based block copolymers.