Biodegradable Hot Glue Sticks for Packaging - Standard 1/2" Size

Tecbond 214B Glue Sticks

Many companies are looking for more environmentally friendly glue sticks and adhesive solutions. These 1/2" (12 mm) biodegradable hot glue sticks from Power Adhesives are an innovative packaging adhesive for the eco-conscious business.

Common Applications

The Tecbond 214B hot glue sticks are often used for packaging applications or product assembly. They provide precise adhesion on cardboard and paper substrates and are perfect for smaller packaging projects requiring a lower adhesive output. Meeting FDA 175.105 standards, the biodegradable hot glue sticks are safe for indirect food contact. They are a standard 1/2" (12 mm) size and come in a pale amber color.

Certified Biodegradable

This product is a 45% bio-based glue stick made from sustainably sourced raw materials. Biodegradable under industrial composting conditions, the 1/2" biodegradable glue sticks begin to break down when exposed to oxygen, UV light, and heat—naturally occurring conditions that degrade its synthetic polymer base. Non-toxic, the glue sticks are consumed by microorganisms during the degradation process with no harmful byproducts left behind. Together, these properties make them ideal for environmentally conscious companies

Certifications:

• ASTM D6400
• EN13432
• ASTM D6954

To prevent premature degradation and maintain product integrity, proper storage is imperative. The Tecbond 214B glue sticks should stay in their original packaging, away from direct sunlight, and at temperatures below 86°F (30°C) until use.

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Other Biodegradable Glue Products

• 5/8" (15 mm) Biodegradable Large Glue Sticks
• 1-3/4" (43 mm) Biodegradable Adhesive Slugs
• Tecbond 214B Biodegradable Bulk Pellets
  
• Tecbond 110B

Recommended Compatible Equipment

• Infinity Bond Ranger PRO Hot Melt Glue Gun

Product Features

• Eco-Conscious Degradation: Compared to traditional hot melt, these more sustainable glue sticks break down naturally after use, leaving no harmful environmental residues.
• Sustainably Sourced: Formulated with 45% bio-based materials derived from sustainable sources, these environmentally conscious packaging glue sticks are biodegradable and non-toxic.
• High-Performance Adhesion: Companies looking for a more environmentally friendly hot glue stick shouldn't have to sacrifice quality. These biodegradable glue gun sticks are a more eco-conscious adhesive solution that provides strong and reliable bonding on cardboard and paper substrates.
• Environmentally Initiated Breakdown: They decompose under naturally occurring conditions, including exposure to oxygen, UV light, and heat, so there is no need for specialized composting facilities.
• Safe for All Stages: From application to decomposition, these 1/2" biodegradable hot glue sticks remain safe and non-toxic, leaving behind only non-harmful products that are ultimately consumed by microorganisms.

Specifications

• Product Type: 1/2" (12 mm) Biodegradable Glue Sticks
• End Use Applications: Packaging
• Chemistry: Synthetic Polymer Based Hotmelt
• Appearance: Pale Amber
• Physical Shape: Sticks, 1/2" x 12" (12.7 mm x 304.8 mm)
• Stick per Lb: Approximately 16
• Package Size: 11 lb Carton - Approximately 176 Glue Sticks per Carton
• 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:
  • ASTM D6400
  • EN13432
    
  • ASTM D6866
  • ASTM D6954
  • FDA 175.105 for Indirect Food Contact
    
• Shelf Life: 2 Years from Manufacture Date, **Store away from sunlight, in original packaging, and in temperatures below 86°F (30°C)