| abstract |
The fiber insulation article has an aqueous binder composition comprising a carbohydrate and a crosslinking agent. In an exemplary embodiment, the carbohydrate-based binder composition also includes a catalyst, coupling agent, process aid, crosslinking density increasing agent, extender, moisture resistant agent, dust removal oil, colorant, corrosion inhibitor, surfactant, pH adjuster, and combinations thereof. It may also include. Carbohydrates may originate in nature or may be obtained from renewable resources. In at least one exemplary embodiment, the carbohydrate is a water soluble polysaccharide such as dextrin or maltodextrin and the crosslinker is citric acid. |