Our Tackifier Resins
Advanced solutions for the adhesive industry: the expertise of Garzanti Specialties
Garzanti Specialties positions itself as a strategic partner for the adhesive industry, offering a wide range of tackifier resins used across various industrial sectors. Our long-standing collaboration with Arizona – now part of Kraton – has allowed us to develop extensive know-how in multiple areas, from technical and industrial tapes to labels, automotive applications, and masterbatch production.
Our tackifier resins—used wherever strong adhesion is required, particularly on substrates lacking intrinsic stickiness—help fine-tune adhesive properties to suit the final application.
By ensuring the right balance between tack and cohesion, they play a key role in the formulation of:
- Hot melt adhesives
- Water-based adhesives
- Solvent-based adhesives
- Pressure-sensitive adhesives
AMS Resins (Alpha-Methylstyrene Resins)
These resins offer high compatibility with thermoplastic polymers, waxes, and plasticizing oils. They feature a medium-to-high softening point, which enhances the adhesive’s heat resistance. Their low color and pleasant odor make them particularly suitable for applications such as food packaging.
Rosin Esters
Known for promoting excellent initial tack and good compatibility with thermoplastic polymers, rosin esters are available in a wide range of softening points—from low (for soft adhesives) to high (for heat-resistant adhesives). They are natural or bio-based, as they derive from the distillation of conifer sap, making them a more sustainable alternative to synthetic tackifiers.
Tall Oil Esters
Sourced from a renewable, natural feedstock (tall oil is a by-product of wood pulp processing), these esters can be modified to achieve various levels of tack, viscosity, and softening point. They also offer good compatibility with thermoplastic polymers.
Our resins are also available in water-based dispersions, ideal for formulating waterborne adhesives. These are particularly suited for applications that require low environmental impact without compromising adhesive performance.
A Dynamic Portfolio for High-Performance Adhesives
Our tackifier resin portfolio is constantly evolving to promptly meet new market demands and regulatory requirements in a rapidly growing sector. True to our approach, we aim to help raise the quality standards of the entire industry.
With decades of experience and a continuous focus on innovation, we position ourselves as a trusted reference in the distribution of raw materials for adhesives.
Get in Touch
We’re ready to provide technical support and tailored solutions.
For more information, please contact Marco Nobile – marco.nobile@garzantispecialties.it
