Eastman AQ Polyesters are linear, amorphous film-forming polyesters that disperse in water without the assistance of organic solvents, surfactants, amines, or treatments. They aid in the dispersion of hydrophobic ingredients in water-based formulations and form clear films at room temperature from aqueous dispersions.

Eastman AQ Polyesters are low-color, thermally stable materials that can also be applied as hot melt adhesives. They can be dispersed in water or can be initially dispersed in water and then applied as a re-dissolvable waterborne adhesive. These polymers are also used to improve the feel and properties of personal care products such as creams, lotions and shampoos, hairsprays, and water-based makeup products.

Eastman Chemical is the only manufacturer of the unique polyester compositions available through the Eastman AQ Polymers product line.

Eastman’s Functional Glycols are primary modifiers for polyester resins. They are reacted with acids to create polyester monomers and polymers, including NPG, TMPD, CHDM, and HPHP. The product line offers premium glycols with strong overall performance properties, especially with regard to weathering.

Eastman Functional Glycols impart thermal stability, promote chemical and stain resistance, add flexibility–hardness balance, and enhance reaction rates during esterification and cure.

Eastman is a top-tier North American supplier of functional glycols.

Eastman Specialty Resin Intermediates impart unique properties to esterification reactions. They work in combination with other glycols and aromatics, and offer nearly unlimited property modifications for polyester and acrylic resins.

Eastman Specialty Resin Intermediates serve the resin market for coatings, fiberglass reinforced plastics, gel coats, adhesives, ink applications, and more.

With over forty years in the industry, Eastman’s Specialty Resin Intermediates represent the widest variety of chemistries on the market and meet stringent demands for today’s coatings and composites applications.

Eastman Hydroquinone and Derivatives are photographic- and industrial-grade reaction inhibitors and stabilizers. These products react with free radicals in polymerization reactions to form stable compounds in the presence of oxygen.

Hydroquinone and its derivatives are practical storage and in-process inhibitors. They function primarily as antioxidants for non-food fats and oils, chemical intermediates for antioxidants, agricultural chemicals and dyes, reaction inhibitors for vinyl monomers, acrylic monomers, and unsaturated polyesters.

Eastman provides North America’s broadest and most reliable source of Hydroquinone from its state-of-the-art headquarters and facility.

The Eastman Cellulose Ester product line offers esters of various types, viscosities, butyryl and acetyl ratios, and hydroxyl contents. Their high Tg, Newtonian flow characteristics, and hydroxyl functionality assure a rapid drying time, excellent hardness, reduced blocking, and improved flow and leveling capabilities. They also feature sprayability, reduced cratering, sag control, and good UV stability, as well as other various benefits suited to diverse and challenging environments.

The group of products acts as a versatile problem-solver in binders and a film former or modifier in automotive, wood, plastic, paper, and leather coatings applications.

Eastman is currently the only manufacturer of this chemistry, and its Cellulose Esters line has been in use since the 1950s.

The Eastman Polyolefin Adhesion Promoters line offers various chlorinated polyolefin and nonchlorinated polyolefin solvent-borne systems, as well as a chlorinated polyolefin waterborne system. The products are available in solution and powder form.

These products promote adhesion of inks and coatings to polypropylene, polyethylene, thermoplastic polyolefin, other various plastics, and aluminum to galvanized steel. They are often used in applications such as automotive parts, appliances, toys, containers, packaging films, and other molded items.

A leading innovator in the field, Eastman is the only domestic manufacturer of these products.

BioExtend High Performance Additives are antioxidants composed of MTBHQ and chelating agents, designed for the biodiesel market.  They function as stabilizers in biodiesel against oxidation which can cause polymer formations leading to clogged fuel filters, damaging deposits, and residues in engines.  BioExtend 30 allows for a higher Oil Stability Index (OSI) and excellent resistance to low temperatures.
 
Unlike other antioxidants, only small quantities of BioExtend solutions are required to achieve targeted stability levels and provide protection in extreme cold weather.  BioExtend 30 MTBHQ meets EPA approval for use in the biodiesel market.

Eastman has been producing antioxidants for more than 50 years, making it one of the most experienced producers in the industry.

Benzoflex Benzoate Ester Plasticizers are low-water stable plasticizers used primarily to reduce the durometer of urethane systems. They have an excellent degree of compatibility in cast polyurethane systems which allows use at high levels in order to achieve durometer readings as low as 20-25 Shore A hardness.

This group of products demonstrate excellent inert filler acceptance that provides both wear characteristics and lower formulation costs for cast polyurethanes. They contribute improved tear strength, better rebound, and reduced swell with certain solvents. Benzoflex products are adaptable to both metering and hand batch urethane mix systems.

Benzoflex Benzoate Ester Plasticizers are recommended for polyurethane uses such as business machine rolls, printing rolls, duplicating rolls, as well as gaskets and seals.

Eastman is a leading global producer of high-performance specialty chemicals.

Benzoflex 352 CHDM Dibenzoate is a solid modifier with a very high melt point used to improve processing characteristics and physical properties. It provides a quick set time, compatibility with a wide range of polymers, as well as improvement in flow, appearance, gloss, and impact strength of a solution.

Benzoflex 352 is widely used as a hot melt adhesive cleaner which can be sprinkled on the rollers, where it collects and removes sticky adhesive. This function makes Benzoflex 352 a useful product for hot melt adhesives used in construction, furniture manufacturing, bonding of cartons, as well as in the assembly of aircrafts, boats, and cars.

Eastman is a global leader in performance plasticizers.