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National Starch & Chemical: Hot-melt adhesive

Versa-Melt® L 34-4942 by National Starch & Chemical (Bridgewater, NJ) can secure labels onto unusually shaped containers. The 100% solids product is said to provide a lower viscosity than standard hot melt label adhesives, resulting in an operating temperature of 250°F to 275°F.

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Suitable for PET or glass bottles, the adhesive meets the requirements for indirect food additives regulation.

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