Technical Specifications
Appearance: Clear, viscous liquid
Non-Volatile Content: 58 ± 2%
Viscosity @ 25°C: 400–700 cps
Free Formaldehyde: ≤0.3%
Specific Gravity @ 25°C: ~1.10 g/cm³
Solubility: Fully soluble in alcohols, ketones, esters, aromatics
Shelf Life: 12 months when stored in original, sealed containers
Key Benefits
Low formaldehyde emission (≤0.3%) for safer, compliant formulations
Excellent film clarity, hardness, and impact resistance
High reactivity suitable for low-bake or fast-cure systems
Supports high-solids, low-VOC coating development
Broad compatibility with acrylics, alkyds, and polyesters
Applications
Coil Coatings (interior/exterior)
Automotive OEM & Refinish Coatings
Appliance & White Goods Finishes
Metal Packaging & Drum Linings
Can Coatings & General Industrial Paints
Low-emission wood and metal finishes
Use level: 15–30% by weight, based on total resin solids in the formulation.
Packaging
200 kg HDPE or MS drums
IBC totes and ISO tanks available on request
Export packaging options available
Why Choose Shreebond BM-1158 LF?
Shreebond BM-1158 LF gives you all the benefits of a high-performing butylated melamine resin—without the high formaldehyde levels. It’s built for today’s eco-conscious coatings industry, providing reliable crosslinking power, excellent gloss retention, and a safer profile for both workers and end users. A smart choice when regulatory limits and high performance must go hand-in-hand.