Since 2008, the Michelin Group has been at the forefront of araminolic chemistry, a groundbreaking innovation that combines aminoplast and phenoplast technologies while replacing formaldehyde with aromatic aldehydes. This breakthrough approach allows for the use of a wide variety of monomers and forms the basis of ResiCare’s non-toxic* and bio-based resin solutions. Rather than optimizing existing phenolic systems, araminolic chemistry transforms how thermoset resins are designed by combining safety, sustainability, and performance at the molecular level.
*Free of substances meeting SVHC (Susbtances of Very High Concern) criteria according to European Chemicals Agency
Araminolic resins properties
Araminolic resins offer exceptional versatility, with formulations that can be tailored to specific industrial requirements such as viscosity, reactivity, and processing behavior. At the same time, they deliver a wide range of material properties, including:
Chemical and temperature resistance,
High coke rates,
Ablative properties,
Hardness,
Dimensional stability,
The combination of tunability and performance of araminolic resins enables them to address demanding environments where traditional thermosets have been used historically. Araminolic chemistry's broad application scope reflects its versatility. It ranges from textile-reinforced rubber products and wood-based panels to advanced composite materials and high-performance industrial systems.
Araminolic vs Phenolic What makes it different?
Designed for performance, engineered for safety
Araminolic resins demonstrate ResiCare's dedication to eliminating toxicity throughout the entire value chain. Formulated without hazardous monomers, they are not classified as "Substances of Very High Concern" (SVHC) by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). This means they do not contain chemicals that pose serious risks to human health or the environment.
By integrating safety considerations into the design process, araminolic resins allow manufacturers to meet performance expectations while promoting safer working conditions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and achieving long-term sustainability goals. This approach promotes long-term industrial adoption by aligning expectations related to innovation, safety, and performance.
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Explore our araminolic resin portfolio to find the high-performance, bio-based and non-toxic adhesive solution that best fits your materials.
RESI4 Tire
RESI4 Plywood
RESI4 Preg
RESI4 Carbon/Carbon (CMC)
RESI4 Ablation
RESI4 Friction
RESI4 Wood (MDF)
RESI4 Insulation
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Araminolic Innovation
It is MICHELIN ResiCare's proprietary resin chemistry platform. Araminolic resins are polymers synthesized from polyphenols and aromatic aldehydes. It delivers biobased, non-toxic resins that match the performance of conventional thermosets.
By reducing fossil carbon dependency and eliminating CMR substances while maintaining structural performance levels.