Power Adhesives Tecbond 214B Packaging Hot Melt Glue Sticks

Tecbond 214B Hot Glue Sticks

Tecbond 214B glue sticks come in pale amber and are available in both 1/2" (12 mm) and 5/8" (15 mm) sizes. These packaging glue sticks are made from 44% bio-based materials and are 100% biodegradable.  These glue sticks provide reliable adhesion on cardboard and paper substrates so they are a perfect choice for a range of packaging tasks for the environmentally conscious business.

Both sizes of the Tecbond 214B glue sticks will start to degrade when exposed to oxygen, UV light, and heat. To maintain their quality and prevent premature breakdown, store the glue sticks away from direct sunlight and at temperatures below 86°F (30°C) in their original packaging. Certified to meet ASTM-D6400 standards, these glue sticks are designed to decompose into non-toxic residues without generating microplastics.

Other Biodegradable Tecbond 214B Hot Melt Products

• Tecbond 214B Biodegradable Slugs
  
• Tecbond 214B Biodegradable Pellets

Recommended Compatible Equipment

• Infinity Bond Ranger PRO Hot Melt Glue Gun - (1/2" Glue Sticks)
• Infinity Bond Brute Hot Melt Glue Gun - (5/8" Glue Sticks)

Tecbond 214B Features and Benefits

• High-Quality Performance: Based on the Tecbond 214 adhesive, these biodegradable glue sticks provide the same reliable bonding for cardboard and paper substrates but are a more environmentally conscious option.
  
• 100% Biodegradable: The Tecbond 214B hot glue sticks are EN13432, ASTM D6954, and ASTM D6400 certified. They will naturally degrade after use without leaving behind any toxic bi-products.
• Bio-Based Formula: Made with 44% bio-based materials derived from sustainable sources, these biodegradable glue sticks are non-toxic at every stage from application to decomposition. 
• Environmentally Initiated Breakdown: Designed to decompose under naturally occurring conditions, the glue sticks will break down with exposure to oxygen, UV light, and heat.
  
• Safe for Indirect Food Contact: Not only are the Tecbond 214B glue sticks non-toxic, but also they are FDA-approved for indirect contact with food.

Specifications

• Series: Tecbond 214B
  
• Product Type: Hot Melt Glue Stick
  
• End Use Applications: Packaging
  
• Chemistry: Synthetic Polymer Based Hotmelt
  
• Appearance: Pale Amber
  
• Physical Shape: Sticks
  
• Glue Stick Dimensions and Packaging:
  
  • 1/2" x 12" (12.7 mm x 304.8 mm): Approximately 16 Sticks per lb; 11 lb Carton Contains About 176 Glue Sticks
    
  • 5/8" x 12" (15.9 mm x 304.8 mm): Approximately 9 Sticks per lb; 11 lb Carton Contains About 99 Glue Sticks
    
• Recommended Application Temperature: 380°F (193.3°C)
  
• Ring and Ball Softening Point (ASTM E28): 216°F (102.2°C)
  
• Brookfield Viscosity: 4,000 cps @ 356°F (180°C)
  
• Heat Resistance (BS5350 Part H3): 167°F (75°C)
  
• Molten Tack: High
  
• Open Time: Short
  
• Brittle Point: 32°F (0°C)
  
• Certifications: 
  
  • EN13432 Certified
    
  • Tested to ASTM D6400, D6866, and D6954 Standards
    
  • FDA 175.105 for Indirect Food Contact
    
• Shelf Life: 2 Years from Manufacture Date
  

Storage

• Because they will degrade when exposed to oxygen, UV light, and heat, proper storage needs to be implemented. Keep Tecbond 214B glue sticks in their original packaging, away from direct sunlight, and store below 86°F (30°C) until ready to use.