Description
1. Product Overview
Phenol Formaldehyde Resin is a high-performance thermosetting synthetic polymer engineered for exceptional thermal stability, mechanical rigidity, and chemical resistance. It is primarily used as a binding agent in friction materials, abrasives, foundry molds, and wood adhesives. The key value proposition lies in its ability to withstand extreme temperatures (up to 200°C continuous) while maintaining structural integrity—delivering superior wear resistance and dimensional stability over alternative resins. Strategically, it remains irreplaceable in automotive braking systems and industrial composites, where safety and durability are non-negotiable.
2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics
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Chemical composition: Phenol-formaldehyde copolymer, hexamine-cured (novolac type) or resole type as specified
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Purity level: ≥98.5% solid content; free phenol <0.5%, free formaldehyde <0.3%
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Physical characteristics:
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Form: Fine powder or liquid solution (depending on grade)
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Color: Light yellow to amber powder (novolac) or dark red liquid (resole)
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Particle size: 95% passing through 200 mesh (powder grade)
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Bulk density: 0.55–0.65 g/cm³ (powder); 1.15–1.20 g/cm³ (liquid, 75% solids)
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Viscosity (liquid): 800–1,500 cP at 25°C
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Packaging options: 25 kg multi-ply paper bags with PE liner; 200 kg steel drums (liquid); 1,000 kg FIBC bulk bags
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Shelf life: 12 months from production date when stored below 25°C in dry, ventilated conditions
3. Core Industrial Applications
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Automotive & rail friction materials: Brake pads, clutch facings, and brake linings — outperforms cashew or epoxy resins with 30% higher heat fade resistance and 20% lower wear rate.
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Abrasives: Grinding wheels, sandpaper, and cutting discs — provides superior grain retention and heat dissipation, extending tool life by 25–40% vs. polyester binders.
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Foundry & metallurgy: Shell molding sands and refractory linings — delivers higher hot strength and faster cure cycles, reducing casting defects and cycle time by 15%.
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Wood composites: Exterior-grade plywood, oriented strand board (OSB), and industrial laminates — achieves water boil resistance (passes 2-hour boil test) unmatched by urea-formaldehyde, at comparable cost.
4. Competitive Advantages
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Quality consistency: ISO 9001:2025 certified; batch-to-batch gel time variation <±5 seconds (ASTM D4217); each lot tested for free phenol, flow distance, and hot plate cure.
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Supply reliability: Dual-sourced raw phenol and formaldehyde; three dedicated production lines with 98.5% on-time delivery track record.
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Logistics capability: Global warehousing in Rotterdam, Houston, Shanghai, and Jebel Ali — 48-hour dispatch for emergency orders.
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Price competitiveness: Direct procurement from phenol producers removes intermediary margins; volume-based discounts up to 12% below regional spot averages.
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Sustainability: Low-formaldehyde variant available (<0.1% free); 100% recyclable packaging; production process meets REACH and EPA TSCA standards.
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Technical support: Full SDS, COA, and cure curve modeling provided; on-site application engineering available for large accounts.
5. Commercial & Supply Information
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Minimum order quantity (MOQ): 20 metric tons (MT) per product grade
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Loading capacity (MT per container):
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20-ft dry container: 18–20 MT (powder, bagged)
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40-ft dry container: 20 MT (liquid, drums) — restricted by gross weight
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Bulk flexitank (liquid): 22–24 MT per 20-ft container
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