Abstract:Hot-melt adhesives are solid adhesives that are converted to a melting state for application to substrates and on cooling efficiently sets up the bond. Due to low or no volatile organic compound emissions, hot-melt adhesives are extensively used in various applications. Poly(trimethylene terephthalate- co-adipate) copolymers containing dimethyl terephthalate, adipic acid, and 1,3-propanediol along with varying amounts of castor oil were synthesized by one-step melt polymerization as hot-melt adhesives. The str… Show more
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