Modified starches are commonly used in the formulation of adhesives, due to their properties such as viscosity, stability, film formation, and adhesion. Some of the applications of modified starches in adhesives include:
- Paper and packaging adhesives – used for laminating and coating paper products
- Construction adhesives – used for bonding materials such as wood, metal, and plastic
- Textile adhesives – used for bonding fabric in the production of clothing, bedding, and other textiles
- Bookbinding adhesives – used to bind pages of books and other printed materials
- Pressure-sensitive adhesives – used for products such as tape, labels, and stamps.
In adhesives, modified starches are used as thickening agents, binders, or as components in emulsions. They improve the performance of adhesives by increasing their viscosity, stability, and adhesive strength, as well as reducing costs and environmental impact.
There are many types of modified starch that used in adhesive industry, and a few common know are:
British gums modified starch is a type of modified starch produced by British Gums Ltd., a leading provider of modified starches. The company produces modified starches for use as adhesives in various industries.
Yellow dextrins are a group of glucose polymers that are produced as intermediate products during the partial hydrolysis of corn, potato, or tapioca starch. They are yellow in color, and their properties vary depending on the extent of hydrolysis and the conditions used. They are commonly used as adhesive binders, and can also be used as ingredients in the food, paper, and textiles industries.