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Advanced resin technologies for demanding coating systems
Arkema develops coating resins across solventborne, waterborne and powder technologies, offering a broad range of chemistries (acrylic, epoxy, polyester, urethane and UV-curable systems). Each type is engineered to deliver specific properties — from rapid cure and high gloss to chemical and weather resistance — enabling formulators to select the best system for a given substrate and application.
Solventborne coating resins
Our solventborne resins provide high film build, excellent flow and superior surface appearance where fast curing and tight process windows are required.
Solventborne acrylic and epoxy-based resins are ideal for automotive refinish, industrial topcoats and specialty paints that demand high quality, chemical resistance and long maintenance intervals. These coating resins are formulated for compatibility with additives and pigments to control gloss, color and film performance on metal and other critical surfaces.● Fast cure and high throughput for demanding production lines.
● Excellent adhesion and corrosion resistance in aggressive environments.
● Wide formulation options: epoxy-based primers to acrylic topcoats for full system performance.
Waterborne coating resins
Waterborne resin systems offer a lower environmental footprint while keeping excellent film properties
Designed for architectural paint, protective coatings and many industrial applications, these resins reduce solvent content and VOC emissions without sacrificing durability or weather resistance. Waterborne solutions improve applicator safety and are easier to apply in many shop and on-site conditions, delivering consistent color and gloss retention over time.● Low VOC and safer handling for applicators.
● Strong weather and UV resistance for exterior projects.
● Formulation flexibility across various substrates and pigment loads.
Powder coating resins
Powder technologies provide solvent-free, high-performance coatings with excellent material utilization and low operational emissions.
Our powder resins — including polyesters and epoxy/polyester hybrids — are designed for durable outdoor and industrial service, delivering robust mechanical and chemical resistance, color stability and long life with efficient processing and minimal waste.● No solvent evaporation; improved environmental profile.
● High durability and weather resistance for outdoor applications.
● Compatibility with low-temperature cure options to broaden substrate applicability.
Our full range of coating resin technologies
Advanced liquid brands
Waterborne brands
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Why work with Arkema?
Sustainability, safer solutions and lower carbon options
Sustainability is embedded in our resin developments: we advance safer formulations (NISO options), promote lower carbon feedstocks and enable circularity via recycled content and mass-balance approaches. Arkema’s approach reduces environmental impact while preserving coating performance, enabling customers to choose solutions that balance process efficiency, longevity and regulatory compliance.
Technical support and formulation services
Arkema combines product range with hands-on technical support: formulation assistance, processing expertise and application guidance to reduce time-to-market and improve first-pass quality. Our experts work with customers to select resin chemistry, advise on cure profiles and recommend compatible additives to meet specific system requirements.
Applications and markets
Our resins serve a wide set of applications: automotive exterior and refinish, industrial machinery, architectural coatings, furniture, appliances and protective coatings for metal infrastructure. We help formulators deliver the right balance of quality, durability, gloss and color retention while optimizing process cadence and applicator usability.
Frequently asked questions to our coating resins experts
Acrylics, epoxies, polyesters, urethanes and UV-curable chemistries across solventborne, waterborne and powder platforms.
Choice depends on substrate, environmental targets, required durability and production constraints (cure, oven, application). Solventborne for highest film quality and fast cure; waterborne for low VOC; powder for solvent-free durability.
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Through waterborne and powder options, safer NISO approaches, and lower carbon feedstocks (recycled or mass balance integration), some resins from Arkema contribute to reduced carbon footprint.
Arkema provides technical guidance on cure profiles, oven settings and formulation recommendations to optimize throughput and coating performance.
NEED HELP? CONTACT AN ARKEMA EXPERT.