Hot Melt Adhesives

WHEN GLUE FAILURE ISN’T AN OPTION, CAPITAL KEEPS YOU RUNNING.

Clogged nozzles, charred tanks, and products that pop open cost you time and money. 

Capital helps you run cleaner, faster, and more reliably with hot melt adhesives that bond securely and machine right. No surprises. No rework. No breakdowns.

You get consistent batches that run the same every time, short lead times, and support from field chemists who answer the phone and fix problems fast.

Whether you are sealing cartons, direct mail, or bonding plastic, we help you pick the right adhesive, get it running, and keep it that way.

Not sure which adhesive fits your line? Talk to an expert today.

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Hot Melt Adhesives

KEY PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES

Capital’s hot melt adhesives are built for one thing: performance on your line. Every formula is engineered to bond fast, run clean, and hold strong under pressure.

CONTROLLED SET TIMES

Set speed is matched to your application. Whether you need a fast grab or long open time, we dial in timing to fit your process.

CLEAN MACHINING

No stringing, no tailing, no angel hair. Operators spend less time scraping nozzles and more time keeping production on track.

THERMAL STABILITY

Resists charring, gelling, and odor across long shifts and tank holds, so your adhesive runs as clean at hour eight as it does at hour one.

STRONG BOND STRENGTH

Delivers strong, permanent bonds across a wide range of coated, porous, and slick substrates, even under pressure, heat, or cold chain conditions.

BATCH CONSISTENCY

Every batch meets tight specs for viscosity, softening point, open time, and color. No surprises, no tweaks, no mid-run rework. Just consistent output.

LOWER RUN COSTS

Fewer char issues, cleaner tanks, and less downtime mean fewer maintenance stops, less scrap, and better output without cutting corners on adhesive performance.

Hot Melt Adhesives

FORM FACTORS

Capital’s hot melt adhesives come in multiple form factors to match your tank size, equipment setup, and plant preferences. Each one is designed to run clean and melt fast.

Available in 35-pound boxes, bulk drums, or gaylords up to 1,200 pounds.

FORM FACTORS

BIG PILLOWS

Ideal for high-volume tank systems. Melts quickly, flows evenly, and minimizes bridging or clumping in bulk loaders.

PILLOWS

Encapsulated to prevent blocking, commonly used for pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs). Fits both large and small tanks based on preference or equipment limits.

PELLETS

Flows smoothly through automated feeders. Great for small-batch runs or frequent adhesive changes with fast melt and low residue.

STICKS

For manual or low-volume applications. Melts clean in glue guns for quick repairs or off-line assembly work.

Hot Melt Adhesives

APPLICATIONS

Capital’s hot melt adhesives are trusted across packaging and converting lines where speed, clean application, and bond strength matter most. Each product is tailored to your process.

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Hot Melt Adhesives IDEAL SUBSTRATES

Our hot melt adhesives are designed to bond reliably across a wide range of materials used in packaging and product assembly. If it runs on your line, we’ve likely bonded it.

PAPERBOARD

Works on Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS), Coated Unbleached Kraft (CUK), Coated Natural Kraft (CNK), Solid Unbleached Sulfate (SUS), Coated Recycled Board (CRB), Clay Coated News Back (CCNB), Uncoated Recycled Board (URB), and Thermal Mechanical Pulp (TMP). Bonds fast with clean bead placement and no pop opens under pressure or cold storage.

COATED BOARD

Grabs on aqueous or polyethylene-coated board without smearing or lift. Cartons stay flat, close cleanly, and pass print inspection without adhesive failures.

CORRUGATED LINER BOARD

Forms strong, fast-setting bonds on recycled and virgin liners without stringing, tailing, or nozzle buildup on case and carton lines.

VARIOUS FILMS

Maintains tack and peel strength on polypropylene (PP), polyester (PET), polyethylene (PE), polystyrene (PS), and cellulosic film (acetate). Resists lift and cold chain failure.

PLASTICS AND FOAM

Bonds polyethylene terephthalate (PET), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), and open or closed cell foam in various densities. No primers required. Low-temp flow speeds assembly.

WHICH HOT MELT ADHESIVE IS <span>RIGHT FOR YOU?</span>
Hot Melt Adhesives

WHICH HOT MELT ADHESIVE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Capital’s hot melt adhesives are trusted across packaging and converting lines where speed, clean application, and bond strength matter most. Each product is tailored to your process.

ETHYLENE-VINYL ACETATE (EVA) HOT MELTS

The everyday workhorse for case and carton sealing. Fast setting, cost-effective, and proven across a wide range of paperboard and packaging applications.

METALLOCENE (MPO) HOT MELTS

Cleaner running and more thermally stable than EVA. Ideal for high-speed lines, long pot life, and operations looking to reduce char and downtime.

PRESSURE-SENSITIVE HOT MELTS

Stays tacky at room temperature. Used for resealable packaging, labels, and tapes where peel strength and clean removal are critical.

FUGITIVE HOT MELTS

Bonds temporarily, then peels clean. Perfect for tipping, inserting, promotional pieces, and pharma cartons where a removable bond is needed.

POLYAMIDE HOT MELTS

Tough, heat-resistant adhesives for demanding applications like filters, electronics, and automotive. Bonds well to metals and plastics where thermal or chemical resistance is critical.

AMORPHOUS POLYOLEFIN (APAO) HOT MELTS

Flexible, low-odor adhesives with long open time and excellent adhesion to plastics, films, and foils. Ideal for product assembly, hygiene, or labeling lines.

CUSTOM FORMULAS

If your application falls outside the usual range, we develop adhesives matched to your substrates, temperature limits, or line conditions, down to the batch level.

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A PARTNER WHO KNOWS YOUR PROCESS, SUPPORTS YOUR LINE, AND <span>DELIVERS WHAT YOU NEED.</span>
A PARTNER WHO KNOWS YOUR PROCESS, SUPPORTS YOUR LINE, AND <span>DELIVERS WHAT YOU NEED.</span>

A PARTNER WHO KNOWS YOUR PROCESS, SUPPORTS YOUR LINE, AND DELIVERS WHAT YOU NEED.

BUILT FOR HIGH-SPEED LINES

Adhesives and coatings that apply fast, dry clean, and hold strong at scale. No slowdowns, no splatter, no rework. Just performance that keeps up.

CONSISTENT, ISO-CERTIFIED QUALITY

Every batch meets spec, runs the same, and stays clean through the line. Operators don’t need to tweak settings or troubleshoot mid shift.

RESPONSIVE, FIELD-TESTED SUPPORT

When something breaks, we’re there. You get fast answers and real help from people who have worked your machines and solved problems like yours.

CUSTOM FORMULATIONS

We don’t guess. We match adhesives to your substrates, machines, and conditions to get a product that runs right the first time, every time.

SHORT, RELIABLE LEAD TIMES

Every batch meets spec, runs the same, and stays clean through the line. Operators don’t need to tweak settings or troubleshoot mid shift.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Choosing the right hot melt adhesive comes with questions. Below are the ones we hear most from plant managers, operators, purchasers, and engineers who need adhesives that perform without fail.

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HOW DO I KNOW WHICH HOT MELT IS RIGHT FOR MY LINE?

It depends on your substrates, line speed, bond strength, and end use requirements. We’ll review your specs, test samples, and recommend a product for you that just works.

CAN YOU MATCH MY CURRENT ADHESIVE?

Yes. We analyze your current product’s performance and specifications, then match or improve it with a Capital formula that often runs cleaner and holds better.

WHAT PACKAGING OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE?

Hot melts ship in 35-pound boxes, bulk drums, or gaylords that hold up to 1,200 pounds. We’ll match the format to your volume and equipment.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO RECEIVE MY ORDER?

Our hot melt products ship next day. We keep lead times short so you can avoid overstocking or production delays.

WHAT SUPPORT DO I GET AFTER I BUY?

You get hands on support from field chemists who understand your process. We help optimize setup, troubleshoot issues, and improve performance at the machine when needed.

WILL THIS ADHESIVE WORK ON COATED SUBSTRATES?

Yes. We offer hot melts designed for films, foils, and coated board. We test on your actual materials to make sure it bonds right the first time.

HOW CONSISTENT ARE YOUR BATCHES?

Every batch is verified for viscosity, open time, and softening point. You get predictable results without mid run surprises or rework.

WORRY-FREE PRODUCTION IS JUST A FEW STEPS AWAY.

STEP 1: TALK TO AN EXPERT

Speak with a field-tested adhesive expert who understands your line, listens to your goals, and helps identify what will actually work for your process.

STEP 2: GET THE RIGHT ADHESIVE

You’ll receive samples optimized for your line speed, substrates, and setup. Whether it’s a trusted formula or a tailored one, it’s made to work.

STEP 3: RUN WITH CONFIDENCE

You get a consistent product, fast answers, and less downtime. If anything goes wrong, we show up, troubleshoot fast, and keep your line moving.

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