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Reactive liquid modifier enabling significant fracture toughness improvement without sacrificing glass transition temperature (Tg).
Excellent compatibility with standard diglycidyl ether of bisphenol-A (DGEBA) and cycloaliphatic epoxy resins.
Low viscosity facilitates easy incorporation and homogeneous dispersion in epoxy formulations.
Enables reduced microcracking and enhanced impact resistance in cured composites and adhesives.
No volatile organic compounds (VOCs) — supports low-emission, environmentally compliant processing.
Aerospace structural adhesives requiring high peel strength and fatigue resistance.
Wind turbine blade matrix resins for improved delamination resistance under cyclic loading.
High-performance electrical encapsulants and potting compounds demanding crack suppression.
Automotive under-hood composite components exposed to thermal shock and mechanical stress.
Advanced carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) prepregs for aerospace and sporting goods.
| Chemical Type | Reactive liquid carboxyl-terminated polybutadiene (CTPB)-based modifier |
| Product Form | Free-flowing amber liquid |
| Appearance | Clear to slightly hazy, homogeneous liquid |
| Primary Applications | Epoxy resin toughening for structural composites and high-performance adhesives |
| Key Features | Toughness enhancement, Tg retention, low viscosity, VOC-free |
| Storage Stability | Stable for ≥12 months at 5–30°C in sealed containers |
| Reactivity | Reacts with epoxy groups during curing; compatible with amine, anhydride, and phenolic hardeners |
| Handling | Non-hazardous per GHS classification; no special respiratory protection required under normal handling conditions |
Q1: What is the primary function of Kaneka MX-113 in epoxy formulations?
A: Kaneka MX-113 is a reactive liquid toughening agent designed to enhance the fracture toughness and impact resistance of cured epoxy resins without significantly compromising modulus, glass transition temperature (Tg), or chemical resistance.
Q2: How is Kaneka MX-113 incorporated into epoxy systems?
A: MX-113 is typically added directly to the epoxy resin component prior to curing agent addition. It is fully miscible with common diglycidyl ether of bisphenol-A (DGEBA) and other standard epoxy resins, requiring no special handling or pre-treatment.
Q3: Does Kaneka MX-113 affect the pot life or cure kinetics of epoxy systems?
A: MX-113 is non-reactive toward common amine and anhydride curing agents under ambient conditions and does not significantly alter gel time or exotherm profile when used at typical dosage levels. Minor adjustments to cure schedule may be considered for highly optimized formulations.
Q4: Is Kaneka MX-113 suitable for high-performance structural composites?
A: Yes — MX-113 is widely used in aerospace, wind energy, and automotive composite applications where improved delamination resistance and damage tolerance are critical. Its compatibility with carbon fiber prepregs and filament-wound systems has been validated in industrial-scale processing.
Q5: What storage and handling precautions should be observed?
A: Store in original sealed containers at temperatures between 10–30°C, away from moisture, strong oxidizers, and direct sunlight. MX-113 is low-viscosity and non-volatile; standard industrial PPE (gloves, eye protection) is recommended during handling.
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