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Resorcinol (CAS 108-46-3) is essential for the rubber industry. It reacts with Formaldehyde and Latex to form the 'RFL Dip' that bonds tire cords (nylon/rayon) to rubber. It is also used to make waterproof wood adhesives (Aerodux), UV stabilizers, and hair dyes. Pharma grade is used in anti-acne creams.
Listings usually feature Technical Grade flakes. Note: The material is highly sensitive to light and oxidation, turning pink/red over time.
RFL Dip (Rubber-Fabric bonding)
Waterproof structural adhesives
Fluorescein & Eosin dyes
UV Stabilizers
Acne & Psoriasis creams
Phosphate esters
Styphnic acid precursor
Hair dye coupler
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Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin and serious eye irritation. Very toxic to aquatic life. May interfere with thyroid function (Goitrogenic).
Resorcinol oxidizes very easily when exposed to air or light, changing from white to pink/red. It usually still works for industrial uses, but pharma requires white material.
Resorcinol-Formaldehyde-Latex. It is the sticky coating put on nylon cords so they stick to the rubber inside a tire. Without it, tires would fall apart.
Yes, it is a di-phenol (two OH groups). It shares similar chemical properties to Phenol but is more reactive.
Yes, Resorcinol glues are the only wood glues that are completely waterproof and withstand boiling water (used in boats).