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Michem® Coat water-based coatings are selected primarily for grease and oil resistance. Other benefits include water resistance, release, coldset gluability, hot melt gluability, recyclability, and compliance with specific food contact regulations. Learn more about Michem Coat »
An oil and grease resistant coating offering water resistance, printability, and compatibility with water-based and hot-melt adhesives. Suitable for food contact applications, including those requiring high heat tolerance or ovenable durability, and for use as a surface coating on molded fiber substrates.
This product is used in many applications including the following:
These physical properties are typical but should not be considered specifications.
Description: Water and grease resistant coating
Handling: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Use personal protection equipment.
Storage: Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place
Shelf Life: 12 Months
Technical Data Sheet: Click here to download a Technical Data Sheet PDF for Michem® Coat 55 V2
Cincinnati, OH, USA (MC55V2)
Solutions
Water-based coatings that are selected primarily for grease and oil resistance.
Applications
The market for single-serve food containers continues to evolve to paper-based solutions such as folding cartons (aka folding boxboard), mic…