Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Eastman CAB CAB-553-0.4 Cellulose Acetate Butyrate

Eastman CAB-553-0.4 is a cellulose acetate butyrate resin from Eastman’s CAB series—offering excellent clarity, toughness, and UV resistance. It features low viscosity (0.4 dL/g in 10% w/v methyl ethyl ketone), fast drying, and broad solvent compatibility. Widely used in coatings, inks, adhesives, and specialty films for superior gloss and durability.
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Features Of Eastman CAB CAB-553-0.4 Cellulose Acetate Butyrate

  1. Excellent compatibility with a broad range of resins, plasticizers, and pigments—including acrylics, vinyls, and urethanes.

  2. Low solution viscosity at high solids content, enabling efficient high-speed coating and spray application.

  3. Outstanding UV stability and resistance to yellowing, supporting long-term outdoor durability.

  4. Good flexibility and impact resistance without requiring additional plasticizers in many formulations.

  5. Low moisture absorption compared to standard cellulose acetate, enhancing dimensional stability in humid environments.

Typical Applications Of Eastman CAB CAB-553-0.4 Cellulose Acetate Butyrate

  1. Automotive clearcoats and basecoats for enhanced gloss, mar resistance, and film integrity.

  2. Industrial maintenance coatings for metal and wood substrates requiring weatherability and chemical resistance.

  3. Overprint varnishes and protective topcoats for flexible packaging and premium labels.

  4. Tool handles, sporting goods, and consumer electronics housings requiring tough, non-yellowing thermoplastic films.

  5. Adhesive modifiers and rheology control agents in pressure-sensitive and laminating adhesives.

Specifications Of Eastman CAB CAB-553-0.4 Cellulose Acetate Butyrate

Chemical TypeCellulose acetate butyrate (CAB)
Product FormPellets or flake
AppearanceWhite to off-white free-flowing solid
Butyryl Content (wt%)~24–26%
Acetyl Content (wt%)~15–17%
Hydroxyl Content (wt%)~2.0–2.8%
Typical Intrinsic Viscosity (dL/g) – 0.5% in TCB at 25°C0.40–0.46
Primary ApplicationsCoatings, inks, adhesives, and thermoplastic compounds


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