CREATING TOMORROW S SOLUTIONS. The Technology of Choice for Waterborne Adhesives

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1 CREATING TOMORROW S SOLUTIONS adhesives I NORTH AMERICA I product overview dispersions Make the move to VAE dispersions The Technology of Choice for Waterborne Adhesives

2 ADD THE VAE ADVANTAGE TO YOUR ADHESIVES BUSINESS 2

3 Content WACKER Your Partner in a Changing Market 4 VAE The Adhesive Technology of Tomorrow 6 Our Vision for the Adhesives Industry 8 VINNAPAS Value Classes 11 Our Products and Solutions for Paper and Packaging 14 Wood-Based Materials 22 Flooring and Construction 28 Pressure-Sensitive Paper Labels and Automotive 34 WACKER in Your Region 38 Total Product Overview 39 About WACKER 43 VINNAPAS is a registered trademark of Wacker Chemie AG. 3

4 WACKER LEADER AND INNOVATOR IN A CHANGING ADHESIVES MARKET WACKER is a leading supplier of vinyl acetate-based polymer dispersions for waterborne adhesives. If there is one thing that describes WACKER today, it is future-focused. The adhesive formulation industry and the manufacturing industries it supplies are changing at a breakneck pace. Therefore, we continuously develop and revise our product range to reflect present and future market needs, the foremost of which are a greater cost/performance ratio, efficiency, flexibility and compliance with consumer health and environmental concerns. A Tradition of Innovation As early as the 1950s, WACKER scientists worked on polymer binders and by the mid 1960s, successfully developed vinyl actetate-ethylene copolymer (VAE) dispersions. Since then, WACKER has never stopped refining and improving its VAE technology. As a result, WACKER has continued to set the benchmark in copolymer dispersions. WACKER reinvests approximately four percent of sales revenue into R&D across the company. Over the past four years, WACKER has applied for patents on 528 inventions resulting in a patent portfolio of 5,000 patents already granted and another 2,900 patents pending. Broad Range of Products and Solutions WACKER s polymer business line specializes in dispersions based on vinyl acetateethylene co- and terpolymers. Today the WACKER VINNAPAS portfolio caters to the needs of adhesives suppliers to the paper and packaging, wood-based materials, flooring and construction, pressuresensitive paper labels and automotive industries. Such diverse application requirements call for a clearly differentiated and adapted product port folio. That is why we have divided the VINNAPAS product range into two value classes: VINNAPAS Standard and VINNAPAS Plus. 4

5 Global Expertise with Local Focus We also give our customers the benefits of working with a global network that spans all key economic regions. WACKER is present with some 100 subsidiaries and sales offices, and the WACKER POLYMERS business line runs nine technical centers and five manufacturing plants across Europe, the Americas and the Asia-Pacific region. Although global in scope, we are local in focus with an in-depth understanding of local market needs and an emphasis on close relationships with our customers. A Dedication to Partnership and Knowledge-Sharing In accordance with our commitment to knowledge-sharing for the wider benefit of the industry and our customers, we established the WACKER ACADEMY. This pioneering institution helps disseminate the latest ideas and technologies to our employees and industry colleagues through market-specific product training and interdisciplinary seminars. We also offer technical centers in all key regions. These laboratories are designed to assist customers with their applications and product modifications as well as in developing new systems and formulations. Dispersions from WACKER: Your Competitive Advantage Market and technology leader in VAE for adhesives VAE technology developed in 1966 World-class production sites near your market Partner for innovation and competitive advantage Local technical services for customized support 5

6 VAE The Technology Defining Today and Shaping Tomorrow WACKER developed VAE technology in the mid-60s and began industrial scale production in Today, WACKER still pioneers the technology s development and is responsible for one of the largest share of global VAE production. The High-Performance Choice Vinyl acetate-ethylene (VAE) technology is increasingly replacing other technologies due to the continuous refinement of its core benefits of excellent cost-in-use, broad formulation flexibility and in line with future trends. Recent developments in the VINNAPAS range have extended its applicability beyond the traditional paper and packaging, wood working, flooring and construction markets to new markets, such as pressure-sensitive labeling and automotive adhesives. The VINNAPAS range offers a broad selection of products to enable adhesives manufacturers to formulate the right balance of cost and performance for their end-customer's adhesive application. Designed with Market-Leading Insight Due to their copolymer composition, vinyl acetate-ethylene copolymer dispersions enable the formulation of adhesives with low migration potential (according to (EC) 1935/2004) and reduce or avoid the need for a film-forming agent. Film formation occurs even at low temperatures (< 5 C). VINNAPAS dispersions are stabilized with colloid systems and/or surfactant systems. The most common colloid system used in adhesive applications is poly(vinyl alcohol), a large water-soluble molecule. It enables a high degree of wet tack that is not possible with surfactant protection alone. VAE dispersions protected with partially hydrolyzed PVOH can be readily machine applied and are non-spattering. They display fast setting, have good flow and are easy to clean up. Surfactant-protected systems are much more thixotropic than PVOH-stabilized dispersions and become thinner under high shear conditions. Their advantages include lower heat-seal temperature, better adhesion to plastics, clearer films, higher water resistance and good spray ability. In some cases, our dispersions are polymerized with a combination of protective colloids and surfactants to achieve the best combination of performance attributes. Superior Properties Enabling Long-Lasting Adhesives VINNAPAS VAE dispersions feature an excellent adhesion and cohesion balance, high degrees of wet tack and strong resistance to plasticizers. In addition, they bond to a wide variety of substrates. Specific VINNAPAS products also offer the advantage of being suitable for both roller applications and the nozzle technology that is replacing the roller technology in many markets. Environmental and Health Impact All of our VINNAPAS VAE dispersions for the adhesives market are water-based, and produced without organic solvents or plasticizers. Many are produced without the use of APEO surfactants, and feature a low VAM content (< 1,000 ppm). These characteristics put them in line with evertightening consumer health legislation, especially for food packaging, in this sector, the migration of constituents from packaging materials into food is under intense scrutiny. In addition, the production efficiencies made possible by formulating with VAEs enables manufacturers to lower their environmental impact. 6

7 VINNAPAS VAE Dispersion Key Benefits Future-proof technology based on vinyl acetate monomer and ethylene feedstocks Good cost/performance ratio versus other monomer systems APEO-free technology (no intentionally added APEOs) Heat resistance, high degrees of wet tack, fast setting speed No need for plasticizer in the formulation, thus allowing adhesives with low migration potential 7

8 OUR VISION IS TO BRING THE BEST OF VAE TECHNOLOGY TO ADHESIVE MANUFACTURERS AROUND THE GLOBE The future belongs to more efficient, competitive and environmentally friendly adhesives and that is exactly what WACKER enables its customers around the world to deliver. Enhancing the Adhesives Industry WACKER offers a product range that includes suitable binders to support our customers so that their formulations can comply with the specific regulations for their target applications. Furthermore, it enables differentiated performance and, in most cases, cost-in-use advantages. As market and technology leader for VAE in adhesives, we continue to innovate and develop our product portfolio always with current and future demands in mind. Our commitment in this area enables adhesive manufacturers to improve their product properties while maintaining a competitive edge and reducing their environmental impact. Supporting Industry Growth Through Product Innovations and Local Support WACKER is present worldwide. Not only do we have a long-established presence in Europe and North America, we are also helping to accelerate market development in high-growth markets such as Brazil, Russia, India and China. One simple but invaluable advantage of our locations is that we can ensure rapid and efficient 8

9 delivery. Everywhere WACKER operates, we complement our market experience and leadership with a tradition for being a hands-on innovation partner. We are one of the most research-intensive chemical companies in the world, with an R&D investment dedicated to maintaining both our innovative lead and that of our customers. We complement our research with a dedication to customer support. Our unique technical centers are a prime example, providing locally-based, globally networked, cutting-edge laboratories that support customers by modifying products to their specifications, testing different systems or developing new formulations. Expanding VAE Technology into New Fields As we enhance the capabilities of VAE technology, we increase its potential usage in other fields. VAE dispersions offer numerous performance and cost advantages over other monomer-based technologies, which is why they are being increasingly adopted in new areas such as the automotive or PSA industry. Our Commitment to Your Business To add value to the adhesives industry through product innovation and best-inclass dispersions To expand our global presence with strong local services To expand VAE technology into new application fields To support our customers development through technical centers and the WACKER ACADEMY To ensure optimum cost/performance balance and reduce environmental impact 9

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11 VINNAPAS Two Value Classes Only First-Class Products Our VINNAPAS VAE dispersions are specifically designed to address the changing needs of the modern adhesives manufacturer and end-user together with overall market trends. Easier Product Selection and Differentiation In order to facilitate our customers' product selection process, we classify all our VINNAPAS dispersions into two value classes: VINNAPAS Standard and VINNAPAS Plus. By doing so, we can offer a transparent product portfolio, in which we not only show the chemical properties of our dispersions, but also describe their benefits in the recommended applications. Adhesives formulators can now quickly identify the product that best meets their needs in terms of performance and application. VINNAPAS Standard dispersions set the industry benchmark in product quality, performance and reliability. VINNAPAS Standard Products The benchmark in proven products Consistent high quality Backed by over 70 years experience in vinyl acetate-based dispersion technology Products offer properties including adhesion, heat resistance, bonding on a wide range of different substrates, fast setting speed, high wet tack, reliable machinability, and a broad formulation latitude While our VINNAPAS Standard grades are proven benchmarks covering a wide range of adhesive applications, VINNAPAS Plus dispersions are designed to meet the latest trends and to be used to formulate highend adhesives. Between them, the two classes offer the ideal solution for the individual needs of adhesive formulation. VINNAPAS Plus Products + Completes the overall VINNAPAS portfolio and includes products for high-end applications to meet high-end expectations + Products outperform basic properties, offering e.g. excellent adhesion on difficult substrates or very high setting speed + Exceptional properties and performance enable adhesives manufacturers to provide solutions for challenging applications VINNAPAS Plus dispersions are selected cutting-edge solutions for more advanced, high-end applications. 11

12 VINNAPAS Applications Wide-Ranging Benefits for Multiple Industries Paper and Packaging Wood-Based Materials 12

13 Flooring and Construction Automotive Pressure-Sensitive Paper Labels 13

14 Paper and Packaging High Performance for Safe and Secure Adhesion VAE-based VINNAPAS dispersions for the adhesives market offer futurefocused advantages including costin-use benefits and high performance for paper and packaging applications. Safe and Secure Adhesion Whether for carton manufacturing or paper and film laminating applications, VINNAPAS VAE dispersions from WACKER offer the versatility and specific attributes necessary to build an entire product line of adhesives for the packaging industry. Our product range is typically characterized by high wet tack, high setting speeds, adequate rheological properties, ultra-high solids and includes low Tg co-stabilized VAE dispersions. These VAE copolymers can be used for plasticizer-free adhesives without added solvent and can be formulated in a way that they achieve safe and secure adhesion required in packaging food and manufactured goods. More Competitive Advantages With VINNAPAS VAE copolymer dispersions, WACKER offers a wide range of quality products. Specifically designed to have the adhesion/cohesion balance, viscosity, solids and thickening response you require, our products provide competitive advantages for developing paper and packaging adhesives. Adequate rheological properties are needed to ensure adhesives run cleanly at high speeds for the variety of extrusion, roll and spray applications used. Food Safety Thanks to their copolymer composition, VAE dispersions enable the formulation of plasticizer-free paper and packaging adhesives with low migration potential. 14

15 Applications Paper to Paper Lamination Paper and cardboard packaging Case and carton packaging Folded boxes Paper to Film and Paper to Foil Lamination Folded boxes Plastic films Lacquered paper Leather lamination Aluminium and steel paper lamination Tube and can winding Bottle Labeling Glass bottle labeling Plastic bottle labeling Paper Labeling Envelopes VINNAPAS Standard Paper and Packaging VAE Technology Broad adhesion and heat resistance spectrum Bonding on a wide range of different substrates High setting speed High wet tack Reliable, clean machinability Broad formulation latitude Compliant with food contact regulations VINNAPAS Plus Paper and Packaging VAE Technology + Excellent adhesion on low energy substrates like PET, PS or others + Excellent adhesion on metallized films and foil + Very high setting speed + Low temperature flexibility due to low Tg (e.g. -15 C) + Excellent adhesion promotion due to very low Tg (e.g. -35 C) + Outstanding nozzle compatibility + Improved cleanup + High viscosity + High solids + Advanced acrylamide- or carboxyl-based polymer crosslinking Please note: The benefits stated above are a summary of those possible. Not every individual product can fulfill all the benefits stated. Bags Bookbinding 15

16 Enhancing adhesion across the paper and packaging industry With VINNAPAS dispersions, WACKER ensures first-rate adhesion for a wide range of paper and packaging products. Paper to Paper Lamination Strong wet tack, adhesion and cohesion enable the use of VINNAPAS VAE dispersions for a large variety of corrugated, post, core building and layflat laminating applications that involve cellulosic substrates. Paper to Film and Paper to Foil Lamination For adhering and laminating polymeric films and foils to cellulosic-based substrates, WACKER offers a diverse line of VINNAPAS VAE dispersion products. From envelope and carton window film applications to multi-wall bag and overprint laminating, VINNAPAS dispersions offer the strong adhesion/cohesion balance, low temperature flexibility, good wetting, strong wet tack and setting speed necessary to make these difficult packaging applications possible. Tube and Can Winding In keeping up with today s high convenience world, paper tubes and cans used in consumer products are manufactured with specialty adhesives based on VINNAPAS dispersions. These dispersions contribute to their overall strength properties. Bottle Labeling From glass to rigid plastic to squeezable bottles, VINNAPAS dispersions can be used to provide the adhesion required to aesthetically and safely label today s bottles. VINNAPAS VAE products contribute to the high wet tack, fast set, adhesion, flexibility and clean machining properties of bottle labeling adhesives. Paper Labeling VINNAPAS dispersions ensure that labeling adhesives remain in place for proper package identification. They offer good tack and the necessary wet rheological properties required in the label application process as well as good adhesion, flexibility and cleanup properties in the final label. Envelopes The styles and uses of envelopes have grown dramatically recently from just paper to include other specialized substrates like synthetic high density nonwoven polyethylene. With such materials, VINNAPAS dispersions are vital to manufacturing envelopes and making sure that they stay together. Some of the key attributes obtained from using VINNAPAS products include remoistenability, specific adhesion, non-blocking, high wet tack and solids, and the adequate rheological machining properties. 16

17 Bags Bags are a rather simple form of packaging; however, manufacturing them is not as simple. To keep pace with their level of sophistication, specially formulated adhesives are necessary. VINNAPAS VAE dispersions offer adhesive manufacturers the necessary balance of setting speeds, adhesion, heat resistance and strength for complex mutiwall bags. Bookbinding From small magazines to paperbacks to finely constructed hardcover editions, adhesive performance is essential to use and longevity. For the water-based adhesives used in assembling these print materials, VINNAPAS VAE dispersions offer the balance of adhesive and cohesive strength necessary, along with great flexibility, high solids, wet tack and required rheological properties. 17

18 Paper and Packaging product overview VINNAPAS Standard VINNAPAS Product Technical Data 1 Grade Product benefit Solids Viscosity content Brookfield 3 ± 1% [mpa s] (residue after drying) [%] VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Poly(vinyl alcohol) Protected Grades VINNAPAS 323 Highest Tg vinyl acetate-ethylene copolymer. Compared to plasticized homopolymers, it offers superior 55 1,300 2,300 adhesion, water resistance and wet tack/setting speed performance. It features excellent heat resistance and has compatibility with fully hydrolyzed and partially hydrolyzed poly(vinyl alcohol). VINNAPAS 315 Can be compounded to achieve high water resistance. Excellent adhesion to coated paper surfaces 55 1,800 2,700 and some plastic films. High wet tack, rapid setting speed and compatible with partially hydrolyzed poly(vinyl alcohol). VINNAPAS EP 1400 A new all-purpose cost-effective VAE copolymer dispersion for broad adhesive formulations, e.g. in 48.5 ± 1.5 1,700 2,400 paper and packaging or PVC lamination. VINNAPAS 400 Offers optimally balanced adhesive properties, i.e. excellent adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces 55 1,800 2,700 including PVC film, fast setting speed with exceptional machinability, high heat resistance. Compatibility with a wide variety of formulating additives. Used in a wide spectrum of adhesive applications. VINNAPAS 400H A high viscosity version of VINNAPAS 400 emulsion designed to improve the yields of a formulated 55 3,100 4,400 adhesive without sacrificing performance. VINNAPAS 401 Excellent adhering, low Tg VAE copolymer with poly(vinyl alcohol) stabilization. Combines easy cleanup 55 1,300 2,200 and high wet tack with an excellent balance of good setting speed and long open time. Utilized in highspeed packaging and converting applications. VINNAPAS Plus VINNAPAS Product Technical Data 1 Grade Product benefit Solids Viscosity content Brookfield 3 ± 1% [mpa s] (residue after drying) [%] VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Poly(vinyl alcohol) Protected Grades VINNAPAS 460 A high-solids VAE emulsion produced without formaldehyde donors with good adhesion to a wide variety of film substrates, fast setting speed, excellent machining properties and resistance to water and heat. VINNAPAS 426 High-solids VAE emulsion with poly(vinyl alcohol) stabilization offering excellent metal and film adhesion. 63 1,000 1,800 Carboxyl functionality allows for a wide range of compounding flexibility, alkaline solution cleanup and repulpability. High wet tack and water resistance. VINNAPAS 7200 Ultra-high-solids VAE emulsion with exceptional adhesion to PVC films. Balanced adhesion and heat ,500 3,000 resistance, superior wet tack and very rapid speed of set. Low temperature heat sealability and excellent water resistance. Used for solvent-based adhesive replacement and where the water content needs to be minimized. VINNAPAS 465 Low-viscosity/high-solids VAE emulsion with moderate thickening response to plasticizers and high filler ,300 acceptance to allow the formulation of very high-solids adhesives. Very good film clarity, shear stability and rapid setting speed for high-speed packaging. VINNAPAS 920 Carboxylated, low Tg VAE emulsion offering exceptional wet out and adhesion to difficult-to-adhere ,000 substrates. Designed for excellent adhesion to polymeric and metallized films like PE, PP and PET. Carboxylic acid functionality allows for crosslinkability. 1 These figures are only intended as a guide and should not be used in preparing specifications. 2 European sourced product 3 PVOH grades: Brookfield RVF#3 at 20 rpm Surfactant grades: Brookfield LVF#3 at 60 rpm 18 Legend for performance attributes excellent high medium

19 Performance Attributes Application Glass Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion Paper- Coated PVC Polymeric Metallized transition speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / board & carton- films films & temperature resistance rheology Wetting Corru- board foils Tg (DSC) gated (approx.) [ C] Performance Attributes Application Glass Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion Paper- Coated PVC Polymeric Metallized transition speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / board & carton- films films & temperature resistance rheology Wetting Corru- board foils Tg (DSC) gated (approx.) [ C]

20 Paper and Packaging product overview VINNAPAS Standard VINNAPAS Product Technical Data 1 Grade Product benefit Solids Viscosity content Brookfield 3 ± 1% [mpa s] (residue after drying) [%] VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Surfactant Protected Grades VINNAPAS EF 539 All-around surfactant-based VAE with very low viscosity well designed for construction applications or paper to paper applications. VINNAPAS 410 Colloidally stabilized for high water resistance and good wet tack. Excellent sprayability with excellent adhesion. Compatible with elastomeric latices. Low temperature, heat sealable for hot nip applications. VINNAPAS Plus VINNAPAS Product Technical Data 1 Grade Product benefit Solids Viscosity content Brookfield 3 ± 1% [mpa s] (residue after drying) [%] VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Surfactant Protected Grades VINNAPAS 192 When heat-cured or catalyzed, these surfactant stabilized, self-crosslinking VAE copolymers provide excellent wet strength with resistance to solvents and heat. Recommended for the formulation of heatcuring or crosslinkable adhesives. VINNAPAS 405 Highly water resistant, VAE copolymer emulsion with good mechanical stability. Accepts high filler loading. Good adhesion to films including polystyrene. VINNAPAS EF 575 All-around surfactant-based VAE with very low viscosity well designed for construction applications or paper to paper applications. Carboxyl functionality improves adhesion to a wide range of substrates. VINNAPAS EN 421 When heat-cured or catalyzed, these surfactant stabilized, self-crosslinking VAE copolymers provide 52 ± excellent wet strength with resistance to solvents and heat. Recommended for the formulation of heatcuring or crosslinkable adhesives. VINNAPAS 420 When heat-cured or catalyzed, these surfactant stabilized, self-crosslinking VAE copolymers provide excellent wet strength with resistance to solvents and heat. Recommended for the formulation of heatcuring or crosslinkable adhesives. VINNAPAS EAF 68 2 Fine particle size vinyl acetate-ethylene-acrylate terpolymer produced without APEO. Excellent adhesion 60 ± 3 6,500 7,500 promoter for VINNAPAS VAE grades. 1 These figures are only intended as a guide and should not be used in preparing specifications. 2 European sourced product 3 PVOH grades: Brookfield RVF#3 at 20 rpm Surfactant grades: Brookfield LVF#3 at 60 rpm Legend for performance attributes excellent high medium 20

21 Performance Attributes Application Glass Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion Paper- Coated PVC Polymeric Metallized transition speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / board & carton- films films & temperature resistance rheology Wetting Corru- board foils Tg (DSC) gated (approx.) [ C] 6 4 Performance Attributes Application Glass Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion Paper- Coated PVC Polymeric Metallized transition speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / board & carton- films films & temperature resistance rheology Wetting Corru- board foils Tg (DSC) gated (approx.) [ C]

22 Wood-Based Materials Exceptional Properties for Improved Functionality Whether they are used for laminating wood with films or coated paper, VINNAPAS dispersions comprise an extraordinary range of properties, ultimately improve the functionality and performance of the end-product. Properties for Success Performance generally depends on the product, application and formulation of the adhesive. With VINNAPAS dispersions, WACKER offers a broad range of products for furniture adhesives that are designed to perform to the highest standards. Their outstanding properties, including water, heat and creep resistance, contribute to high performance solutions for EPI systems and adhesives used for chipboard, MDF and solid wood lamination with foils, veneer or resin impregnated papers. Durable and with Superior Advantages Low-emission dispersions are ideal for long-term durable adhesive applications. Today, we offer a diverse product portfolio with superior cost/performance advantages for the formulation of tailored wood adhesives and industrial wood-processing adhesives. 22

23 Applications Vinyl, foil and paper lamination EPI systems VINNAPAS Standard Wood-Based Materials VAE Technology Good overall properties especially for impregnated paper or PVC lamination Excellent adhesion to PVC and pre-treated PP foils for wet lamination Can be used alone for wet lamination VINNAPAS Plus Wood-Based Materials VAE Technology + High solids with an excellent balance of adhesion and cohesion + Recommended in combination with PU dispersions and isocyanate crosslinkers for membrane pressing + Excellent crosslinker response (e.g. with isocyanates) + Improved initial strength in combination with PU dispersions Please note: The benefits stated above are a summary of those possible. Not every individual product can fulfill all the benefits stated. 23

24 High Performance Solutions for Wood Adhesion From vinyl and foil lamination to EPI systems, our extensive VINNAPAS portfolio for wood adhesive products ensures that we are able to provide solutions tailored to your adhesion needs. EPI Systems In Emulsion Polymer Isocyanate (EPI) adhesives, VINNAPAS VAE dispersions contribute to the overall balance in performance with respect to water resistance, curing speed and bonding strength. Besides wood-wood bonding, EPI adhesives based on VINNAPAS VAE dispersions can be used for gluing aluminium or plastic foils to all kinds of wooden boards, such as doors or flooring. 24

25 Vinyl, Foil and Paper Lamination Their good adhesion to PVC and pretreated PP foils enables VINNAPAS VAE dispersions to be used for decorative foil wet lamination on chipboards, MDFs and hardboards. In some blends such as polyurethane dispersions, VINNAPAS VAE dispersions increase the green strength, the temperature resistance of the bond and yield adhesives for 3D vacuum forming. This provides good adhesion to vinyl foils, wood veneer and wooden substrates. VINNAPAS VAE dispersions can be used for wood and paper wet lamination thanks to their good adhesion to wooden substrates and resin impregnated papers. 25

26 WOOD-BASED MATERIALS product overview VINNAPAS Standard VINNAPAS Product Grade Product benefit VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Poly(vinyl alcohol) Protected Grades VINNAPAS 323 Highest Tg vinyl acetate-ethylene copolymer. Compared to plasticized homopolymers, it offers superior adhesion, water resistance and wet tack/setting speed performance. It features excellent heat resistance and has compatibility with fully hydrolyzed and partially hydrolyzed poly(vinyl alcohol). VINNAPAS 315 Can be compounded to achieve high water resistance. Excellent adhesion to coated paper surfaces and some plastic films. High wet tack, rapid setting speed and compatible with partially hydrolyzed poly(vinyl alcohol). VINNAPAS EP 1400 A new all-purpose cost-effective VAE copolymer dispersion for broad adhesive formulations, e.g. in paper and packaging or PVC lamination. VINNAPAS 400 Offers optimally balanced adhesive properties, i.e. excellent adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces including PVC film, fast setting speed with exceptional machinability, high heat resistance. Compatibility with a wide variety of formulating additives. Used in a wide spectrum of adhesive applications. VINNAPAS 400H A high viscosity version of VINNAPAS 400 emulsion designed to improve the yields of a formulated adhesive without sacrificing performance. VINNAPAS 401 Excellent adhering, low Tg VAE copolymer with poly(vinyl alcohol) stabilization. Combines easy cleanup and high wet tack with an excellent balance of good setting speed and long open time. Utilized in high-speed packaging and converting applications. VINNAPAS Plus VINNAPAS Product Grade Product benefit VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Poly(vinyl alcohol) Protected Grades VINNAPAS 460 A high-solids VAE emulsion produced without formaldehyde donors with good adhesion to a wide variety of film substrates, fast setting speed, excellent machining properties and resistance to water and heat. VINNAPAS 426 High-solids VAE emulsion with poly(vinyl alcohol) stabilization offering excellent metal and film adhesion. Carboxyl functionality allows for a wide range of compounding flexibility, alkaline solution cleanup, and repulpability. High wet tack and water resistance. VINNAPAS 7200 Ultra-high-solids VAE emulsion with exceptional adhesion to PVC films. Balanced adhesion and heat resistance, superior wet tack and very rapid speed of set. Low temperature heat sealability and excellent water resistance. Used for solvent-based adhesive replacement and where the water content needs to be minimized. VINNAPAS 465 Low-viscosity/high-solids VAE emulsion with moderate thickening response to plasticizers and high filler acceptance to allow the formulation of very high-solids adhesives. Very good film clarity, shear stability and rapid setting speed for high-speed packaging. VINNAPAS 920 Carboxylated, low Tg VAE emulsion offering exceptional wet out and adhesion to difficult-to-adhere substrates. Carboxylic acid functionality allows for crosslinkability. VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Surfactant Protected Grades VINNAPAS EAF 68 2 Fine particle size vinyl acetate-ethylene-acrylate terpolymer produced without APEO developed to provide a versatile base for flooring adhesives and pressure-sensitive adhesives. Excellent heat and plasticizer resistance combined with high cohesion. 1 These figures are only intended as a guide and should not be used in preparing specifications. 2 European sourced product 3 PVOH grades: Brookfield RVF#3 at 20 rpm Surfactant grades: Brookfield LVF#3 at 60 rpm Legend for performance attributes excellent high medium 26

27 Technical Data 1 Performance Attributes Application Solids Viscosity Glass Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion Vinyl, foil EPI content Brookfield 3 transition speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / and paper systems ± 1% [mpa s] temperature resistance rheology Wetting lamination (residue Tg (DSC) after drying) (approx.) [%] [ C] 55 1,300 2, ,800 2, ± 1.5 1,700 2, ,800 2, ,100 4, ,300 2, Technical Data 1 Performance Attributes Application Solids Viscosity Glass Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion Vinyl, foil EPI content Brookfield 3 transition speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / and paper systems ± 1% [mpa s] temperature resistance rheology Wetting lamination (residue Tg (DSC) after drying) (approx.) [%] [ C] ,000 1, ,500 3, , , ± 3 6,500 7,

28 Flooring and Construction Low on Emissions and High on Bonding VINNAPAS dispersions are ideal for formulating low-emission and environmentally compliant flooring adhesives. They are highly valued in bonding PVC, rubber, linoleum, polyolefin, cork and textile floor coverings. 28 Wooden Flooring Wooden floors are surfaces with a natural flair and attractive appearance, but choosing the right wood-flooring adhesives is essential. Wood-flooring adhesives formulated with VINNAPAS dispersions feature a variety of advantages. Suitable for many different types of wood and substrates, wood-flooring adhesives formulated with VINNAPAS VAE technology produce a perfect and stable long-term bond. VINNAPAS VAE are suitable for woodflooring adhesives with lower environmental impact. Plasticizers or film-forming aids are unnecessary when combining vinyl acetate homopolymers and VINNAPAS vinyl acetate-ethylene copolymer dispersions. Textile Flooring and Elastic Covering Textile flooring and elastic coverings should be attractive, as well as fulfill functional requirements. Regardless if it is for carpets, cork, PVC flooring, or for office or residential applications, today s customers want products that are low-emission, pollutantfree, easy to clean, robust and long-lasting.

29 Applications Adhesives for Floor Coverings Wood flooring Textile flooring and elastic coverings PVC Rubber Linoleum Polyolefin Cork Textile Adhesives for Construction Walls, Ceilings and Foams Ceiling tiles Glass and cellulose insulation Construction walls VINNAPAS Standard Flooring and Construction VAE Technology Formulation compatibility Long-lasting bond Enables adhesives with low environmental impact VINNAPAS Plus Flooring and Construction VAE Technology + Strong adhesion to various substrates + High cohesion + Long open time + Excellent dimensional stability of bonded elastic floor coverings + Excellent adhesion on metallized films and foil + High viscosity + High solids + Low temperature flexibility due to low Tg (e.g. -10 C) + Excellent adhesion promotion due to very low Tg (e.g. -35 C) + Advanced acrylamide- or carboxyl-based polymer crosslinking Please note: The benefits stated above are a summary of those possible. Not every individual product can fulfill all the benefits stated. VINNAPAS VAE dispersions are ideal for formulating very low-emission and environmentally compliant adhesives. They have high initial tack with outstanding cohesion and the resultant dimensional stability when bonding elastic floor coverings. Glass and Cellulose Insulation Thanks to their high adhesion on difficult-to-bond substrates, VAE-based adhesives can be used to laminate aluminum foil, cellulosic paper sheet, glass or cellulosic insulation materials used for roof insulation. Ceiling Tiles Ceiling tiles are used to improve acoustic, fire resistance and provide new aesthetic levers to the architect. VAE-based adhesives achieve the required load bearing for ceiling tiles as well as panels. Construction Walls VAE dispersions excellent adhesion/ cohesion balance makes them ideal for the development of versatile construction wall adhesives for applications such as prefabricated houses, gypsum blocks or plasterboard. 29

30 Flooring and construction product overview VINNAPAS Standard VINNAPAS Product Grade Product benefit VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Poly(vinyl alcohol) Protected Grades VINNAPAS 323 Highest Tg vinyl acetate-ethylene copolymer. Compared to plasticized homopolymers, it offers superior adhesion, water resistance and wet tack/setting speed performance. It features excellent heat resistance and has compatibility with fully hydrolyzed and partially hydrolyzed poly(vinyl alcohol). VINNAPAS 315 Can be compounded to achieve high water resistance. Excellent adhesion to coated paper surfaces and some plastic films. High wet tack, rapid setting speed and compatible with partially hydrolyzed poly(vinyl alcohol). VINNAPAS EP 1400 A new all-purpose cost-effective VAE copolymer dispersion for broad adhesive formulations, e.g. in paper and packaging or PVC lamination. VINNAPAS 400 Offers optimally balanced adhesive properties, i.e. excellent adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces including PVC film, fast setting speed with exceptional machinability, high heat resistance. Compatibility with a wide variety of formulating additives. Used in a wide spectrum of adhesive applications. VINNAPAS 400H A high viscosity version of VINNAPAS 400 emulsion designed to improve the yields of a formulated adhesive without sacrificing performance. VINNAPAS 401 Excellent adhering, low Tg VAE copolymer with poly(vinyl alcohol) stabilization. Combines easy cleanup and high wet tack with an excellent balance of good setting speed and long open time. Utilized in high-speed packaging and converting applications. VINNAPAS Plus VINNAPAS Product Grade Product benefit VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Poly(vinyl alcohol) Protected Grades VINNAPAS 460 A high-solids VAE emulsion produced without formaldehyde donors with good adhesion to a wide variety of film substrates, fast setting speed, excellent machining properties and resistance to water and heat. VINNAPAS 426 High-solids VAE emulsion with poly(vinyl alcohol) stabilization offering excellent metal and film adhesion. Carboxyl functionality allows for a wide range of compounding flexibility, alkaline solution cleanup, and repulpability. High wet tack and water resistance. VINNAPAS 7200 Ultra-high-solids VAE emulsion with exceptional adhesion to PVC films. Balanced adhesion and heat resistance, superior wet tack and very rapid speed of set. Low temperature heat sealability and excellent water resistance. Used for solvent-based adhesive replacement and where the water content needs to be minimized. VINNAPAS 920 Carboxylated, low Tg VAE emulsion offering exceptional wet out and adhesion to difficult-to-adhere substrates. Carboxylic acid functionality allows for crosslinkability. 1 These figures are only intended as a guide and should not be used in preparing specifications. 2 European sourced product 3 PVOH grades: Brookfield RVF#3 at 20 rpm Surfactant grades: Brookfield LVF#3 at 60 rpm Legend for performance attributes excellent high medium 30

31 Technical Data 1 Performance Attributes Application Solids Viscosity Glass Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion Adhesives for floors, content Brookfield 3 transition speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / walls, ceilings ± 1% [mpa s] temperature resistance rheology Wetting and foams (residue Tg (DSC) after drying) (approx.) [%] [ C] 55 1,300 2, ,800 2, ± 1.5 1,700 2, ,800 2, ,100 4, ,300 2, Technical Data 1 Performance Attributes Application Solids Viscosity Glass Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion Adhesives for floors, content Brookfield 3 transition speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / walls, ceilings ± 1% [mpa s] temperature resistance rheology Wetting and foams (residue Tg (DSC) after drying) (approx.) [%] [ C] ,000 1, ,500 3, ,

32 Flooring and construction product overview VINNAPAS Standard VINNAPAS Product Grade Product benefit VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Surfactant Protected Grades VINNAPAS EF 539 All-around surfactant-based VAE with very low viscosity well designed for construction applications or paper to paper applications. VINNAPAS Plus VINNAPAS Product Grade Product benefit VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Surfactant Protected Grades VINNAPAS EF 575 All-around surfactant-based VAE with very low viscosity well designed for construction applications or paper to paper applications. Carboxyl functionality improves adhesion to a wide range of substrates. VINNAPAS EAF 68 2 Fine particle size vinyl acetate-ethylene-acrylate terpolymer produced without APEO and developed to provide a versatile base for flooring adhesives and pressure-sensitive adhesives. Excellent heat and plasticizer resistance combined with high cohesion. 1 These figures are only intended as a guide and should not be used in preparing specifications. 2 European sourced product 3 PVOH grades: Brookfield RVF#3 at 20 rpm Surfactant grades: Brookfield LVF#3 at 60 rpm Legend for performance attributes excellent high medium 32

33 Technical Data 1 Performance Attributes Application Solids Viscosity Glass Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion Adhesives for floors, content Brookfield 3 transition speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / walls, ceilings ± 1% [mpa s] temperature resistance rheology Wetting and foams (residue Tg (DSC) after drying) (approx.) [%] [ C] Technical Data 1 Performance Attributes Application Solids Viscosity Glass Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion Adhesives for floors, content Brookfield 3 transition speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / walls, ceilings ± 1% [mpa s] temperature resistance rheology Wetting and foams (residue Tg (DSC) after drying) (approx.) [%] [ C] ± 3 6,500 7,

34 Automotive VAE Technology Enters an All-New Field VINNAPAS VAE dispersions are well designed for a variety of car interiors. They are used in adhesives for door paneling, headliners, parcel shelves and trunks. 34 High Compatibility and Performance for Automotives The VINNAPAS solution for the automotive industry shows excellent compatibility with polyurethane dispersions and water dispersible polyurethane hardeners after adjusting the ph of the VINNAPAS dispersion. It also offers a variety of features such as heat and creep resistance and adhesion to PVC and ABS. Applications Door paneling Headliners Parcel shelves Trunks VINNAPAS Plus Automotive VAE Technology + Compatible with polyurethane dispersions and water dispersible polyurethane hardeners + Adhesion on low energy substrates like PE or PET + Great adhesion to PVC and ABS + Improved heat and creep resistance + Excellent adhesion on metallized films and foil + Advanced acrylamide- or carboxyl-based polymer crosslinking Please note: The benefits stated above are a summary of those possible. Not every individual product can fulfill all the benefits stated.

35 Pressure-Sensitive Paper Labels Versatile with Broad Compatibility VINNAPAS offers both pure dispersions or blends with acrylates providing a variety of adhesion, rheology and dry film properties to produce pressuresensitive paper labels. New Formulation Lever for PSA VINNAPAS dispersions feature formulating properties that are ideal for low Tg VAE products. These products are compatible with many other additives which makes designing the desired level of adhesion, rheology, and dry film properties possible. It also makes them well suited for applications involving repositionable decals, labels and tapes. Applications Repositionable paper labels Permanent paper labels VINNAPAS Plus Pressure-Sensitive Paper Labels VAE Technology + Low Tg with excellent formulating properties + High compatibility to achieve moderate peel strength, low tack and high shear performance Please note: The benefits stated above are a summary of those possible. Not every individual product can fulfill all the benefits stated. 35

36 PRESSURE-SENSITIVE paper LABELS / AUTOMOTIVE product overview VINNAPAS Plus VINNAPAS Product Grade Product benefit VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Poly(vinyl alcohol) Protected Grades VINNAPAS 426 High-solids VAE emulsion with poly(vinyl alcohol) stabilization offering excellent metal and film adhesion. Carboxyl functionality allows for a wide range of compounding flexibility, alkaline solution cleanup, and repulpability. High wet tack and water resistance. VINNAPAS 7200 Ultra-high-solids VAE emulsion with exceptional adhesion to PVC films. Balanced adhesion and heat resistance, superior wet tack and very rapid speed of set. Low temperature heat sealability and excellent water resistance. Used for solvent-based adhesive replacement and where the water content needs to be minimized. VINNAPAS 465 Low-viscosity/high-solids VAE emulsion with moderate thickening response to plasticizers and high filler acceptance to allow the formulation of very high-solids adhesives. Very good film clarity, shear stability and rapid setting speed for high-speed packaging. VINNAPAS 920 Carboxylated, low Tg VAE emulsion offering exceptional wet out and adhesion to difficult-to-adhere substrates. Designed for excellent adhesion to metallized and polymeric films like PE, PP and PET. Carboxylic acid functionality allows for crosslinkability. VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Surfactant Protected Grades VINNAPAS EF 575 All-around surfactant-based VAE with very low viscosity. Carboxyl functionality improves adhesion to a wide range of substrates. VINNAPAS 420 When heat-cured or catalyzed, these surfactant stabilized, self-crosslinking VAE copolymers provide excellent wet strength with resistance to solvents and heat. Recommended for the formulation of heat-curing or crosslinkable adhesives. VINNAPAS EAF 68 2 Fine particle size vinyl acetate-ethylene-acrylate terpolymer produced without APEO developed to provide a versatile base for flooring adhesives and pressure-sensitive adhesives. Excellent heat and plasticizer resistance combined with high cohesion. 1 These figures are only intended as a guide and should not be used in preparing specifications. 2 European sourced product 3 PVOH grades: Brookfield RVF#3 at 20 rpm Surfactant grades: Brookfield LVF#3 at 60 rpm Legend for performance attributes excellent high medium 36

37 Technical Data 1 Performance Attributes Application Solids Viscosity Glass Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion Adhesives for content Brookfield 3 transition speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / pressure-sensitive ± 1% [mpa s] temperature resistance rheology Wetting paper labels / (residue Tg (DSC) Automotive after drying) (approx.) [%] [ C] 63 1,000 1, ,500 3, , , ± 3 6,500 7,

38 WACKER IN NORTH AMERICA The North American WACKER POLYMERS headquarters is based in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The 67,000 square foot Allentown facilities house administrative and sales offices as well as R&D and application labs and a WACKER ACADEMY center. Our North American production plant is located in Calvert City, Kentucky. The site produces polymer dispersions and powders for use in the adhesives, coatings, construction, and engineered fabrics industries. The Calvert City plant ships products all around the world with a primary focus on North, Central and South American markets. Like all WACKER sites, the Calvert City plant observes global chemical industry Responsible Care guidelines and boasts a comprehensive quality & safety program.

39 TOTAL product overview VINNAPAS Standard VINNAPAS Product Grade Product benefit VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Poly(vinyl alcohol) Protected Grades VINNAPAS 323 Highest Tg vinyl acetate-ethylene copolymer. Compared to plasticized homopolymers, it offers superior adhesion, water resistance with fully hydrolyzed and partially hydrolyzed poly(vinyl alcohol). VINNAPAS 315 Can be compounded to achieve high water resistance. Excellent adhesion to coated paper surfaces and some plastic films. High w VINNAPAS EP 1400 A new all-purpose cost-effective VAE copolymer dispersion for broad adhesive formulations, e.g. in paper and packaging or PVC la VINNAPAS 400 Offers optimally balanced adhesive properties, i.e. excellent adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces including PVC film, fast setting s formulating additives. Used in a wide spectrum of adhesive applications. VINNAPAS 400H A high viscosity version of VINNAPAS 400 emulsion designed to improve the yields of a formulated adhesive without sacrificing pe VINNAPAS 401 Excellent adhering, low Tg VAE copolymer with poly(vinyl alcohol) stabilization. Combines easy cleanup and high wet tack with an e converting applications. VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Surfactant Protected Grades VINNAPAS EF 539 All-around surfactant-based VAE with very low viscosity well designed for construction applications or paper to paper applications. VINNAPAS 410 Colloidally stabilized for high water resistance and good wet tack. Excellent sprayability with excellent adhesion. Compatible with el VINNAPAS Plus VINNAPAS Product Grade Product benefit VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Poly(vinyl alcohol) Protected Grades VINNAPAS 460 VINNAPAS 426 A high-solids VAE emulsion produced without formaldehyde donors with good adhesion to a wide variety of film substrates, fast se High-solids VAE emulsion with poly(vinyl alcohol) stabilization offering excellent metal and film adhesion. Carboxyl functionality allow High wet tack and water resistance. VINNAPAS 7200 Ultra-high-solids VAE emulsion with exceptional adhesion to PVC films. Balanced adhesion and heat resistance, superior wet tack a Used for solvent-based adhesive replacement and where the water content needs to be minimized. VINNAPAS 465 Low-viscosity/high-solids VAE emulsion with moderate thickening response to plasticizers and high filler acceptance to allow the fo for high-speed packaging. VINNAPAS 920 Carboxylated, low Tg VAE emulsion offering exceptional wet out and adhesion to difficult-to-adhere substrates. Designed for excelle allows for crosslinkability. VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Surfactant Protected Grades VINNAPAS 192 When heat-cured or catalyzed, these surfactant stabilized, self-crosslinking VAE copolymers provide excellent wet strength with res crosslinkable adhesives. VINNAPAS 405 VINNAPAS EF 575. Highly water resistant, VAE copolymer emulsion with good mechanical stability. Accepts high filler loading. Good adhesion to films i All-around surfactant-based VAE with very low viscosity well designed for construction applications or paper to paper applications. VINNAPAS EN 421 When heat-cured or catalyzed, these surfactant stabilized, self-crosslinking VAE copolymers provide excellent wet strength with res crosslinkable adhesives. VINNAPAS 420 When heat-cured or catalyzed, these surfactant stabilized, self-crosslinking VAE copolymers provide excellent wet strength with res crosslinkable adhesives. VINNAPAS EAF 68 2 Fine particle size vinyl acetate-ethylene-acrylate terpolymer produced without APEO developed to provide a versatile base for floorin with high cohesion. 1 These figures are only intended as a guide and should not be used in preparing specifications. 2 European sourced product 3 PVOH grades: Brookfield RVF#3 at 20 rpm Surfactant grades: Brookfield LVF#3 at 60 rpm Legend for performance attributes excellent high medium

40 Technical Data 1 Solids Viscosity ph value Glass content Brookfield 3 transition ± 1% [mpa s] temperature (residue after Tg (DSC) drying) [%] (approx.) [ C] and wet tack/setting speed performance. It features excellent heat resistance and has compatibility 55 1,300 2, et tack, rapid setting speed and compatible with partially hydrolyzed poly(vinyl alcohol). mination. peed with exceptional machinability, high heat resistance. Compatibility with a wide variety of 55 1,800 2, ± 1.5 1,700 2, ,800 2, rformance. xcellent balance of good setting speed and long open time. Utilized in high-speed packaging and 55 3,100 4, ,300 2, astomeric latices. Low temperature, heat sealable for hot nip applications Technical Data 1 Solids Viscosity ph value Glass content Brookfield 3 transition ± 1% [mpa s] temperature (residue after Tg (DSC) drying) (%) (approx.) [ C] tting speed, excellent machining properties and resistance to water and heat. s for a wide range of compounding flexibility, alkaline solution cleanup, and repulpability ,000 1, nd very rapid speed of set. Low temperature heat sealability and excellent water resistance ,500 3, rmulation of very high-solids adhesives. Very good film clarity, shear stability and rapid setting speed , nt adhesion to metallized and polymeric films like PE, PP and PET. Carboxylic acid functionality , istance to solvents and heat. Recommended for the formulation of heat-curing or ncluding polystyrene. Carboxyl functionality improves adhesion to a wide range of substrates. istance to solvents and heat. Recommended for the formulation of heat-curing or ± istance to solvents and heat. Recommended for the formulation of heat-curing or g adhesives and pressure-sensitive adhesives. Excellent heat and plasticizer resistance combined 60 ± 3 6,500 7,

41 General Characteristics Performance Attributes Stabilization Polymer Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion system functionality speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / resistance rheology Wetting PVOH PVOH PVOH PVOH PVOH PVOH Anionic Cellulosic / Nonionic General Characteristics Performance Attributes Stabilization Polymer Wet tack Setting Thickening Cohesion Water Shear Adhesion system functionality speed response & Heat resistance thinning & Flow / resistance rheology Wetting PVOH / nonionic PVOH / nonionic Carboxylic PVOH / nonionic PVOH / nonionic PVOH / nonionic Carboxylic Anionic Acrylamide Nonionic Anionic Carboxylic Anionic Acrylamide Anionic Acrylamide Anionic 41

42 APPLICATIONs VINNAPAS Standard VINNAPAS Product Grade Adhesives for paper Adhesives for Adhesives for floors, Adhesives for and packaging wood-based walls, ceilings pressure-sensitive materials and foams paper labels / Automotive VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Poly(vinyl alcohol) Protected Grades VINNAPAS 323 VINNAPAS 315 VINNAPAS EP 1400 VINNAPAS 400 VINNAPAS 400H VINNAPAS 401 VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Surfactant Protected Grades VINNAPAS EF 539 VINNAPAS 410 VINNAPAS Plus VINNAPAS Product Grade Adhesives for paper Adhesives for Adhesives for floors, Adhesives for and packaging wood-based walls, ceilings pressure-sensitive materials and foams paper labels / Automotive VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Poly(vinyl alcohol) Protected Grades VINNAPAS 460 VINNAPAS 426 VINNAPAS 7200 VINNAPAS 465 VINNAPAS 920 VINNAPAS Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Copolymer Dispersions Surfactant Protected Grades VINNAPAS 192 VINNAPAS 405 VINNAPAS EF 575 VINNAPAS EN 421 VINNAPAS 420 VINNAPAS EAF 68

43 ExpErtisE and service network on FivE continents sales and production sites, plus 20 technical centers, ensure you a local presence worldwide. WACKER is one of the world s leading and most research-intensive chemical companies, with total sales of 4.91 billion. Products range from silicones, binders and polymer additives for diverse industrial sectors to bio-engineered pharmaceutical actives and hyperpure silicon for semiconductor and solar applications. As a technology leader focusing on sustainability, WACKER promotes products and ideas that offer a high value-added potential to ensure that current and future generations enjoy a better quality of life based on energy efficiency and protection of the climate and environment. Spanning the globe with five business divisions, operating 25 production sites, WACKER is currently active in over 100 countries. The Group maintains subsidiaries and sales offices in 29 countries across Europe, the Americas and Asia including a solidly established presence in China. With a workforce of 17,200, WACKER sees itself as a reliable innovation partner that develops trailblazing solutions for, and in collaboration with, its customers. WACKER also helps them boost their own success. Our technical centers employ local specialists who assist customers worldwide in the development of products tailored to regional demands, supporting them during every stage of their complex production processes, if required. WACKER e-solutions are online services provided via our customer portal and as integrated process solutions. Our customers and business partners thus benefit from comprehensive information and reliable service to enable projects and orders to be handled fast, reliably and highly efficiently. Visit us anywhere, anytime around the world at: all figures are based on fiscal 2011.

44 Wacker Chemical Corporation 6870 Tilghman Street Allentown, PA , USA Tel Fax info.polymers@wacker.com Wacker Chemical Infoline Tel Fax info.usa@wacker.com 6857us/05.12 The data presented in this brochure are in accordance with the present state of our knowledge but do not absolve the user from carefully checking all supplies immediately on receipt. We reserve the right to alter product constants within the scope of technical progress or new developments. The recommendations made in this brochure should be checked by preliminary trials because of conditions during processing over which we have no control, especially where other companies raw materials are also being used. The information provided by us does not absolve the user from the obligation of investigating the possibility of infringement of third parties rights and, if necessary, clarifying the position. Recommendations for use do not constitute a warranty, either express or implied, of the fitness or suitability of the product for a particular purpose.