Product Information
D.E.R. 383
Liquid Epoxy Resin
Description Typical Properties1
D.E.R.* 383 liquid epoxy resin is a
reaction product of epichlorohydrin Epoxide Equivalent Weight, (g/eq) 176 - 183 ASTM D-1652
and bisphenol-A. Viscosity @ 25°C (77°F), (mPa.s) 9000 - 10500 ASTM D-445
Density @ 25°C (77°F), (g/ml) 1.16 ASTM D-4052
Introduction Color, Platinum Cobalt 125 Max. ASTM D-1209
D.E.R. 383 epoxy resin is a liquid Hydrolyzable Chlorine Content, (ppm) 500 Max. RPM 105-D
epoxy resin processed to give low vis- Flash Point, (°C) 252 ASTM D-93
cosity without the use of diluents. The Water Content, (ppm) 700 Max. ASTM E-203
physical strength, toughness, excel- Epichlorohydrin Content, (ppm) 5 Max. RPM-900A
lent adhesion, chemical resistance
Shelf Life, (Months) 24
and low shrinkage have established
liquid epoxy resins as major raw 1
Typical properties; not to be construed as specifications
materials for high quality solvent-free
coatings, linings, industrial flooring,
groutings and concrete reinforce-
ments. They may also be used for and disposal information. Dow strong- products from the standpoint of
tooling, encapsulation, adhesives, fila- ly encourages its customers to review human health and environmental
ment winding and laminates. D.E.R. the MSDS on its products and other quality. To help ensure that Dow
383 can also serve as a basis for materials prior to their use. For further products are not used in ways for
advanced polymers for a variety of handling information, consult the Dow which they were not intended or
solvent-borne, water- borne and UV- brochure entitled, DOW Epoxy tested, Dow personnel are available
curable resins. A wide variety of cur- Resins Product Stewardship Manual, to assist customers in dealing with
ing agents is available to cure this liq- Safe Handling and Storage, Form ecological and product safety consid-
uid epoxy resin at ambient conditions. No. 296-00312-898. erations.
The most frequently used are aliphatic
polyamines, polyamides, and modified Product Stewardship Your Dow sales representative can
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ing agents are employed. concern is the basis of our Product
Stewardship philosophy by which we Food Contact Statement
Typical Applications assess the health and environmental When properly formulated and cured
This product is suitable for use in information on our products and then for food contact applications, this
applications such as: take the appropriate steps to protect resin will comply with the U.S. Food,
• Adhesives employee and public health and the Drugs and Cosmetics Act as amend-
• Casting and Tooling environment. The Dow Chemical ed under Food Additive Regulation 21
• Civil Engineering Company has enduring commitments CFR 175.300. This use is subject to
• Composites to Responsible Care® in the manage- good manufacturing practices and lim-
• Automotive Coatings ment of chemicals worldwide. Our itations specified in each regulation,
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• Photocure Coatings with every individual involved with Dow plete details.
• Potting and Encapsulation products from the initial concept and
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The Dow Chemical Company pro- Dow representative for further infor-
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specific Material Safety Data Sheet Dow encourages its customers and tions. Also consult the Dow brochure
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effects, safe handling, storage, use review their applications for such Epoxy Resins, Curing Agents and
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Form No. 296-01458-1200 WC+M.pdf
Epoxy Novolac Resins, Form No. Chemical Inventory List
296-01425.
CAS Number* 25085-99-8 (25068-38-6)
Regulatory Status Europe EINECS NLP # 500-033-5
This epoxy resin is regarded as a United States TSCA 25085-99-8
polymer according to the 6th Canada DSL 25085-99-8
Amendment of Council Directive
67/548/EEC and as substances Australia AICS 25085-99-8
according to Council Directive Japan MITI 7-1279
92/32/EEC of 30 April 1992; the 7th Korea KECL KE-24083
Amendment of that same directive.
Philippines PICCS 25085-99-8
The substance has been reported to
the European Commission as No- China Informal 1997 25085-99-8
Longer-Polymer (NLP), is registered PRC Inventory
under NLP number 500-033-5, and is, * Please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) or SDS for this product to ensure this CAS number
therefore, exempt from the European is consistent with the product(s) you use.
Inventory of Existing Chemical
Substances (EINECS). In addition, utilized for similar resins in the mar- There is in place an “Informal 1997
Dow confirms that the chemicals and ket place. Both CAS numbers PRC Chemical Inventory List” and
intentional additives which form the describe epoxy resins produced by the above mentioned CAS Reg. Nr.
basis of this product are listed on the condensation of epichlorohydrin is listed on it.
EINECS. Please be aware that Dow with bisphenol-A. With respect to
utilizes CAS Reg. Nr. 25085-99-8 China, please note that there is cur- For more information on the regula-
(bisphenol-A diglycidyl-ether rently no formal Chinese Chemical tory status of this product, please
homopolymer) for bisphenol-A based Inventory legislation in place. The refer to the Material Safety Data
liquid epoxy resins instead of CAS Chinese Authorities are in the Sheet (MSDS) or SDS for this
Reg. Nr. 25068-38-6 (bisphenol-A process of drafting such legislation. product.
polymer with epichlorohydrin) which is
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Published December, 2000
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