Jowat Jowatherm PO 256.40 Versatile Freezer Grade Packaging Hot Melt
Product Highlights
- Type: Bulk Hot Melt
- Brand: Jowat Adhesives
- Hot Melt Type: Polyolefin
- Set Speed: Fast
- Adhesive Size: Bulk Glue
- Color: Off White
- Bonds: Cardboard, Coated Stock
- Properties: Coated Stock, Food Safe, Freezer Grade
- Application: Packaging
Jowatherm PO 256.40 Food Grade Hot Melt for Folding Cartons and Cold Storage Packaging
Jowatherm PO 256.40 is a highly versatile packaging adhesive designed for consistent performance across a wide range of packaging applications. While not a deep-freeze specialist like 256.00, it is a proven performer trusted for closing frozen food boxes, folding cartons, and wrap-around packaging, even in cold storage environments. With FDA 175.105 compliance and reliable adhesion to difficult surfaces, it’s a go-to solution for manufacturers seeking dependable bonding and clean application.
Jowattherm 256.40 Features and Benefits
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Versatile Packaging Performance: Suitable for frozen food boxes, cartons, wrap-around packaging, and straw attachment
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Fast Setting Time: Cures in about 1 second to support high-speed packaging lines
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Good Low Temp Flexibility: Maintains bond strength through cold storage and transit conditions
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Strong Adhesion to Challenging Substrates: Performs well on coated and hard-to-bond surfaces
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Low Odor Formula: Improves work environment and operator comfort
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Colorfast & Stable: White, transparent adhesive resists oxidation and yellowing over time
- FDA-Compliant for Indirect Food Contact: Meets 21 CFR 175.105 requirements for food-safe applications
Specifications
- Series: Jowatherm PO 256.40
- Application: Packaging Industry - closing folding boxes, wrap-around and tray erectors, deep-freeze packaging, and attaching OPP packaged straws on standard applicators
- Compatible Materials: Cardboard, coated paper, and various packaging substrates
- Chemistry: Polyolefin
- Appearance: White, Transparent
- Processing Temperature: 284°F - 356°F (140°C - 180°C)
- Density @ 68°F (20°C): Approx. 0.95 ± 0.02 (7.9 ± 0.17 lb/gal)
- Viscosity @ 320ºF (160ºC): 1,050 cps ± 250 - Brookfield
- Softening Point: Approx. 221ºF ± 9ºF (105ºC ± 5ºC) - Ring & Ball
- Open Time @ 320ºF (160ºC): 5 Seconds ± 1
- Setting Time@ 320ºF (160ºC): 1 Second ± 0.5
- Food Safety Compliance: FDA 175.105
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| Price | $$$$ | $$$$ |
| Type | Bulk Hot Melt | Bulk Hot Melt |
| Brand | Jowat Adhesives | ASURE® |
| Hot Melt Type | Polyolefin | EVA |
| Application Temperature | 284ºF - 356ºF | - |
| Softening Point | 221ºF | 237°F |
| Open Time | 5 seconds | - |
| Viscosity | 1,050 cps @ 320ºF | 1,150 cps @ 350°F |
| Color | White, Clear | Yellow |
| Size | - | - |
