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Natural Rubber |
Consists of polymers of the organic
compound isoprene. Commonly harvested in a form known as latex. |
Pressure sensitive adhesives |
Silicone |
Adhesive and sealant that is silicon based
rather than carbon based. |
Sealants. Adhesives work in contact with
petroleum. |
Animal Glue |
Sourced from animal byproducts, such as
bones, blood, and hooves. Water soluble. |
Binding of abrasives in sandpaper. Sizing
or varnish. |
Starch |
Sourced from plants, such as corn and
maize. |
Corrugated cardboard adhesive. |
Polyurethane |
Very flexible adhesive. |
Used in flexible applications, such as the
bonding of soles to shoes and in food packaging. |
Polyvinyl Acetate |
Synthetic rubber polymer formed by the
polymerization of vinyl acetate monomer. |
Common white glue or wood glue. Book
bindings and carpentry. |