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China, Germany, and the United States are the leading exporters of Phenol-Formaldehyde Resin (CAS 9003-35-4), collectively accounting for over 45% of global exports in 2023–2024, while Vietnam, India, and Mexico have emerged as top importers, driven by expanding laminates and automotive component manufacturing. Import demand has grown steadily in Southeast Asia and Latin America amid rising downstream consumption, while global Phenol-Formaldehyde Resin prices have remained relatively stable despite feedstock volatility, reflecting balanced supply-demand conditions.
Phenol-formaldehyde resin is a thermosetting polymer typically supplied as an amber to dark brown solid, brittle solid or viscous liquid, depending on its degree of polymerization and formulation; it is non-volatile, odorless or faintly phenolic, and softens upon heating without a sharp melting point. It is classified as a synthetic aromatic polymer formed via condensation polymerization of phenol and formaldehyde. Widely used as a binder and matrix material, it serves as a key intermediate in the production of molded plastic components, laminates, and abrasives. Its primary application areas include wood adhesives (e.g., plywood and particleboard), foundry sand binders, friction materials (e.g., brake linings), and electrical insulators.
Phenol-formaldehyde resin is used in binders, adhesives, laminates, impregnation products, surface coatings, casting sand, etc.
This chemical is included in Basic Chemicals - Phenols & Ketones. See more about what is Phenol-formaldehyde Resin and Phenol-formaldehyde Resin SDS information.
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