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Custom synthesis support

From adhesive chemistry questions to documented pilot recommendations

Mapei supports teams that need formulation guidance around tile adhesives, flooring adhesives, polymer modified mortar, grout additives, and coating systems. The service is not a black-box quote lane. It is a structured technical conversation where application conditions, substrate risk, regulatory region, and procurement timing are translated into a realistic chemistry shortlist.

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Capability specs

Reaction and formulation paths reviewed before scale-up

The service team helps buyers clarify which chemistry path is sensible for a project before samples are requested. For construction adhesives and coating additives, the earliest decision often concerns not only the active chemistry but also the tolerance of the jobsite: temperature, water exposure, substrate condition, cleanability, and the amount of time available before traffic returns.

Review areaTypical requestDecision output
Polymer modificationOpen time, wet tack, water resistance, flexibilityRecommended additive family and test conditions
Adhesive formulationFlooring, tile, wall base, carpet tile, wood floor systemsSubstrate compatibility and cure profile notes
Coating additivesFlow, leveling, adhesion, abrasion, and low-VOC targetsCandidate additive function and benchmark plan
Construction chemistryMortar, grout, waterproofing, concrete repairApplication window and document checklist
Quality systems

Documentation that helps procurement move with confidence

Mapei routes product documents according to the buyer's region and application. A flooring adhesive request may need VOC details and installation instructions, while a coating additive review may require lot consistency, SDS language, transport classification, and a statement of formulation intent. The goal is to avoid a late-stage document chase after the product technically looks right.

SDS/TDS routing

Safety and technical sheets are matched to region, language, and product family before samples are discussed.

Regulatory screening

REACH, TSCA, VOC, and local construction-product expectations can be flagged early for review.

Application evidence

Open time, adhesion, moisture tolerance, and cure windows are tied to the user's project environment.

Scale planning

Pilot quantities, distributor routing, and repeat supply requirements are aligned with expected project timing.

Example compounds

Six chemistry groups commonly reviewed with technical buyers

01

Polymer modified mortar

Balanced adhesion, flexibility, and water resistance for tile and stone applications.

02

Pressure sensitive adhesive

Flooring and wall base systems where tack, removability, and substrate prep affect fit.

03

Epoxy grout systems

Chemical resistance, cleanability, and cure behavior for demanding installation environments.

04

Concrete additives

Repair, waterproofing, and performance additives reviewed against exposure and timing.

05

Coating modifiers

Rheology, leveling, adhesion, and durability questions for industrial coating projects.

06

Sealant polymers

Movement, bonding, and weatherability needs translated into document-ready recommendations.

NDA and technical intake

Share the chemistry context your team can disclose.

If the project involves a confidential formulation or a private-label installation system, start with a high-level description of substrate, performance target, geography, and expected volume. Mapei can route the request to a suitable technical contact and clarify whether an NDA, document basket, or sample path should come first.