Epoxy Resin Supplier in UAE — Complete Buyer's Guide 2025
Epoxy resin is one of the most critical raw materials for paint and coating manufacturers, flooring contractors, construction chemical formulators, and adhesive producers across the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Choosing the right grade — and the right supplier — directly impacts your product quality, production efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
This guide covers everything GCC buyers need to know about liquid epoxy resin: grades, technical specifications, applications, storage requirements, and how to evaluate a supplier.
What Is Epoxy Resin? Chemistry and Types
Epoxy resins are thermosetting polymers characterised by epoxide (oxirane) groups that react with hardeners (curing agents) to form a crosslinked network. The reaction is irreversible — once cured, the material does not melt or dissolve. This gives epoxy systems their exceptional properties: high mechanical strength, excellent chemical resistance, outstanding adhesion to most substrates, and low shrinkage on cure.
The most widely used type globally — and the type Raykem supplies — is Bisphenol A epoxy resin (CAS 25068-38-6), produced by reacting Bisphenol A with epichlorohydrin. Available in liquid and solid forms, it is the backbone of protective coatings, industrial flooring, adhesives, and construction chemical systems across the GCC.
Technical Specifications — Liquid Epoxy Resin 128
| Parameter | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| CAS Number | 25068-38-6 | — |
| HS Code | 3907.30 | — |
| Appearance | Clear to light yellow liquid | Visual |
| Epoxide Equivalent Weight (EEW) | 182–192 g/eq | ASTM D1652 |
| Viscosity @ 25°C | 10,000–16,000 mPa·s | ASTM D445 |
| Colour (Gardner) | ≤ 2 | ASTM D1544 |
| Density @ 25°C | 1.16–1.17 g/cm³ | ASTM D792 |
| Hydrolysable Chlorine | ≤ 500 ppm | ASTM D1726 |
| Flash Point | > 200°C (closed cup) | ASTM D93 |
| Shelf Life | 24 months (sealed, 5–35°C) | — |
| Packing | 225 kg net drum, IBC | — |
Applications in the GCC Market
Liquid epoxy resin (Bisphenol A, CAS 25068-38-6) is used across a wide range of applications in the UAE and Saudi Arabia:
- Industrial and protective coatings — anti-corrosive primers, tank linings, pipe coatings for the oil & gas sector
- Epoxy flooring systems — self-levelling floors for factories, warehouses, food processing plants, and pharmaceutical facilities
- Marine coatings — hull coatings, bilge coatings, offshore structure protection across GCC ports and offshore platforms
- Construction chemicals — epoxy grouts, adhesive anchors, crack injection systems, waterproofing membranes
- Structural adhesives — bonding concrete, steel, glass fibre reinforced polymer (GFRP) composites
- Electrical and electronics — encapsulation, potting compounds, printed circuit board laminates
- Powder coatings — solid epoxy resins used in hybrid and pure epoxy powder formulations
Understanding EEW — The Key Specification for Formulation
The Epoxide Equivalent Weight (EEW) is the single most important specification for epoxy resin selection. It determines how much hardener you need per kilogram of resin to achieve full cure. The calculation:
Hardener quantity (g) = [EEW of resin × AHEW of hardener] / (EEW + AHEW)
Where AHEW = Amine Hydrogen Equivalent Weight of the chosen hardener
Under-curing (too little hardener) results in soft, tacky films with poor chemical resistance. Over-curing (excess hardener) causes brittleness and amine blush on the surface, particularly in GCC's high-humidity environments. Always calculate mix ratios from the actual EEW on your batch COA, not from nominal values, as EEW can vary by 5–8% between batches.
Epoxy Resin vs Epoxy Hardener — Understanding the System
Epoxy resin alone does not cure. It requires a hardener (also called a curing agent) to initiate the crosslinking reaction. The most common hardener types used in GCC coatings and flooring:
| Hardener Type | Cure Speed | Best For | GCC Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polyamide | Slow (24–72h) | Primers, general coatings | Tolerant of humidity |
| Phenalkamine | Fast (2–6h) | Marine, floor coatings | Excellent in high humidity |
| Cycloaliphatic Amine | Medium (8–24h) | Clear coatings, flooring | Good UV resistance |
| Polyamidoamine | Medium | Waterborne systems | Low VOC compliance |
| Isocyanate (PU hybrid) | Variable | High-performance topcoats | Excellent weather resistance |
Raykem supplies both liquid epoxy resin and a range of compatible hardeners. View our full paint and coating raw material range →
Storage and Handling in the GCC Climate
Epoxy resin (CAS 25068-38-6) is classified as an irritant (GHS08) and requires careful storage in the UAE and Saudi Arabia's extreme climate:
- Store in sealed original containers at 5–35°C. Above 40°C, viscosity increases and crystallisation may occur in some grades.
- Keep away from strong oxidising agents, acids, and bases (incompatible).
- Wear nitrile gloves, safety glasses, and appropriate respirator during handling — skin sensitisation is a concern with repeated exposure.
- Store drums upright on pallets with secondary containment bunding in case of leak.
- Implement FIFO (first-in, first-out) rotation — do not use material beyond the shelf life date on the drum label.
Sourcing Epoxy Resin in UAE and Saudi Arabia
Raykem is a specialist chemical distributor in Dubai and Riyadh, supplying liquid epoxy resin (Bisphenol A, CAS 25068-38-6) to paint manufacturers, flooring contractors, and construction chemical formulators across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the wider GCC region.
Every drum of epoxy resin we supply comes with:
- Manufacturer Certificate of Analysis (COA) with actual EEW, viscosity, and colour results
- GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in English
- Certificate of Origin and Bill of Lading for customs clearance
- GHS-labelled drums per UAE ESMA and Saudi SASO requirements
Contact our team at sales@raykeme.com or view our Epoxy Resin 128 product page for current pricing and availability.
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