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Earthic™ 2023

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Earthic™ 2023 is a water-based labelling adhesive with the following characteristics: strong resistance to ice water, medium to high resistance to condensation water, excellent cleanability, very good machinability (up to 70,000 bottles per hour), highly recommended for returnable bottles in the standard wash-off process, and very good condensation water resistance on cold and wet bottles. Typical applications include glass labelling.

RTU Product Type: Waterborne Adhesive

Application Area: Bottle Labels, Bottles

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Aluminum, Glass, Metal, Paper

Features: Clean Machining, Cleanable, Condensation Water Resistance, Easily Wipe-Off, Excellent Wash-Off Properties, Excellent Water Resistance, Good Adhesion, Good Cleanability, Good Machinability, Ice Water Resistance, Splash-Free, Water Resistant, Water-based, Wet Tack

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

RTU Product Type
Waterborne Adhesive
Technologies
Adhesives & Sealants
Product Families
Adhesives & Sealants — Bonding Technology
Water-Based Adhesives

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Biodegradable,
Sustainable
Ready-to-Use Product Features
Clean Machining,
Cleanable,
Condensation Water Resistance,
Easily Wipe-Off,
Excellent Wash-Off Properties,
Excellent Water Resistance,
Good Adhesion,
Good Cleanability,
Good Machinability,
Ice Water Resistance,
Splash-Free,
Water Resistant,
Water-based,
Wet Tack
Product Features
  • Clean machining
  • Very good cleaning effect
  • Water resistant
  • Strong ice water resistance
  • Medium to high condensation water resistance
  • Very good cleanability
  • Excellent machinability
  • Highly recommended for returnable bottles in the standard wash off process

Applications & Uses

Markets
Food & Nutrition,
Printing & Packaging
Applications
Food & Nutrition — Processing & Packaging
Food & Beverage Packaging
Printing & Packaging — Tapes, Labels & Adhesives
Tapes & Labels
Application Area
Bottle Labels,
Bottles
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Aluminum,
Glass,
Metal,
Paper
Segment
Beverage

Properties

Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density9.2lb/gal-
pH8--
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Storage Temperature5 - 35°C-
Machine Speedapprox. 65000bph-
Application Temperature25 - 30°C-
Density (typical values only, slight variations may occur but will not affect product meeting the standard technical parameters as stated.)approx. 1.10g/cm³-
Viscosity* (at 26°C, 20rpm)approx. 65000mPa.sBrookfield Viscometer
pH (typical values only, slight variations may occur but will not affect product meeting the standard technical parameters as stated.)approx. 8.0--
Processing Parameters
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Storage Temperature40 - 100°F-
Processing Temperature (depending on machine line speed)80 - 90°F-
Viscosity (80°F, 20 1/min)65000mPa·sBrookfield

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Pails
Regional Availability
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • India/MiddleEast/Africa (IMEA)
  • Latin America

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
9 months, 9 months*
Storage Information
  • H.B. Fuller® Earthic™ 2023 should be used within the shelf life specified on the packaging.
  • The storage stability applies to material stored under appropriate conditions only (original unopened containers, recommended storage temperature).
  • This product should be stored unopened in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight