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BEVA 371 Akron (1 L)

BEVA 371 Akron (1 L)

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BEVA 371 Akron — The world-renowned heat-seal adhesive

Thermoplastic adhesive formulated with ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymers, the most widely used and recognized for lining and paint layer consolidation. The manufacturer gives an activation temperature of 60-65 °C (150-160 °F), and this Akron version is optimised for heat-sealing at 65 °C.

What is it used for?

  • Lining of paintings on canvas
  • Consolidation of paint layers
  • Fixing of flaking paint

Why choose BEVA 371 Akron?

  • Low activation temperature: 60-65 °C according to the manufacturer
  • Reversible: it can be reactivated by heat or by solvent
  • International museology standard since the 1970s

Presentation and storage

  • 1 L bottle, liquid
  • Shake before use · store in a cool place

Safety

Manufacturer's classification (C.T.S. BEVA 371 Akron safety data sheet, version 1, 22/09/2025). Signal word: Danger.

Hazard classes and categories: Flammable liquids, category 2 · Skin irritation, category 2 · Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure), category 3 · Reproductive toxicity, category 2 · Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure), category 2 · Hazardous to the aquatic environment — chronic hazard, category 2.

Pictograms: GHS02 (flame) · GHS07 (exclamation mark) · GHS08 (health hazard) · GHS09 (environment).

  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation.
  • H336 — May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
  • H361d — Suspected of damaging the fetus.
  • H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
  • H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements: P201 Obtain special instructions before use · P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking · P233 Keep container tightly closed · P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray · P273 Avoid release to the environment · P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection · P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention · P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell · P370+P378 In case of fire: Use extinguishing powder or CO2 for extinction · P391 Collect spillage.

Contains: toluene · ethyl acetate · hydrocarbons C7-C9, isoalkanes · hydrocarbons C9-C10, n-alkanes, isoalkanes, cyclics, aromatics (2-25 %) · hydrocarbons C9-C11, n-alkanes, isoalkanes, cyclics, <2 % aromatics.

Full safety data sheet available upon request at info@innovart.art.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is it applied?
With a brush or roller, let it dry to form a film, then activate with heat (thermal iron, hot spatula or suction table, at 60-65 °C).
Is it the same as BEVA 371 Film?
No. This is the liquid version; BEVA 371 Film is the adhesive already formed into a pre-made sheet, for a different type of application.
How is it removed if necessary?
The manufacturer states that it is reversible by heat and by low-aromatic petroleum solvents, and that it can be removed from absorbent surfaces with hexane or acetone.
Is it suitable for modern acrylic paint?
It is used for lining and paint layer consolidation on canvas. The manufacturer describes its activation temperature, 60-65 °C, as low.

Do you have any questions? Write to us on WhatsApp, visit innovart.art or email us at info@innovart.art and we will advise you.

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