The world’s first fully certified biodegradable shaped hot melt adhesive*
44% bio-based
Formulated using 44% bio-based materials, 214B breaks down after use with no harmful effects to nature.
Fast application & setting time
Based on our best-selling packaging grade, Tecbond 214B gives you the ability to seal more cartons in less time, speeding up the manufacturing process.
Non-toxic & solvent free
The adhesive is free from any harmful solvents or chemicals, making it safe to handle and use.
For use on carton & board
Bonds a wide range of uncoated cardboard and paper substrates, including wrap-around cartons and POS display boxes.
The world’s first biodegradable shaped hot melt adhesive
44% bio-based
Formulated using 44% bio-based, sustainably sourced materials, the entire process is kinder to the environment.
Fast application & setting time
Based on our best-selling packaging grade, tecbond 214B gives you the ability to seal more cartons in less time, speeding up the manufacturing process.
Non-toxic & solvent free
The adhesive is free from any harmful solvents or chemicals, making it safe to handle and use.
For use on carton & board
Bonds a wide range of uncoated cardboard and paper substrates, including wrap-around cartons and POS display boxes.
Using hot melt adhesives for packaging applications
Unlike other carton closing systems such as tape or staples, hot melt adhesives are faster, more cost-effective, and, most importantly, non-destructive. Click below to find out more about how our adhesives can change your packaging applications.
Using hot melt adhesives for packaging applications
Unlike other carton closing systems such as tape or staples, hot melt adhesives are faster, more cost-effective, and, most importantly, non-destructive. Click below to find out more about how our adhesives can change your packaging applications.
How does Tecbond 214B break down?
UV light, oxygen and heat get things started
Material is consumed by micro-organisms*
Naturally occurring environmental conditions required
Leaves behind no harmful products
*Tecbond 214B is certified to ASTM D6400, EN13432, ASTM D6954 and ASTM D6866 standard.
How does Tecbond 214B break down?
UV light and oxygen get things started
Material is consumed by micro-organisms
No special environmental conditions required
Leaves behind natural products
Storage & Application of Tecbond 214B
Storage & Application of Tecbond 214B
Tec hot melt applicators
To get the most out of Tecbond 214B, we recommend pairing it with our range of tec glue guns. As the only manufacturer that offers a full hot melt adhesive system, both adhesives and applicators are developed in partnership with each other to deliver optimal results and the best possible performance for the user.
Frequently asked questions
The raw materials inTecbond 214B are indirect food contact approved, like Tecbond 214. FDA 175.105 food contact status remains unchanged.
No, Tecbond 214B is biodegradable. It has the same attributes as Tecbond 214 with regards to composting and recycling. However, Tecbond 214B is certified to ASTM D6400, which is the standard specification for solid material biodegradation by industrial composting, and EN13432, which is inclusive of ASTM, as well as soil and ecotoxicity and disintegration. It is also certified to ASTM D6954, the standard guide for exposing and testing plastics that degrade, and ASTM D6866, the standard test to determine biobased content.
We recommend not using Tecbond 214B beyond 24 months of the date of manufacture.
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Buying smaller quantities
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