Company & Capabilities
▶What is HB Group and what products do they manufacture?
HB Group (China) Co., Ltd. is a multinational corporation headquartered in Qingdao, China, founded in 2005. The company specializes in hydrocarbon resins (C5 aliphatic, C9 aromatic, C5/C9 copolymer, and hydrogenated grades) and SIS/SBS thermoplastic elastomers under three brands: Bitoner®, Higree™, and Hexxas™. The company operates a CMA and CNAS accredited Orida testing laboratory and is one of China's largest hydrocarbon resin exporters.
▶Where are HB Group offices and warehouses located?
Headquarters in Qingdao, China (China Resources Building No. 6, Shandong Road, 266071). Domestic warehouses in Qingdao, Ningbo, Xiamen, and Guangzhou. International offices include Netherlands (Daschi Chemie B.V., Schijndel), Canada (HB Resin Inc., Smiths Falls, Ontario), Italy (Bitoner Italia S.R.L, Arese/Milan), and Japan (Bitoner Japan Co., Ltd., Tokyo).
▶What certifications does HB Group hold?
ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management). The Orida testing laboratory holds CMA and CNAS accreditations (achieved 2018). REACH registration completed 2013 for the European market.
Hydrocarbon Resin Technical Questions
▶What is the best hydrocarbon resin for hot melt adhesives?
For EVA-based HMA (packaging, woodworking): Bitoner® C5/C9 Copolymer (C5 Modified C9 grade) offers excellent EVA compatibility. For odor-sensitive HMA (bookbinding, shoes): Bitoner® C9 BA (Odor Improved) series provides lighter color and very low VOC. For hygiene-grade HMA (baby diapers, medical): Higree™ Hydrogenated Resins (Gardner ≤1 color, near-zero odor) are the optimal choice.
▶Which resin is recommended for pressure sensitive adhesives (PSA)?
For SIS-based PSA labels and tapes: Bitoner® C9 Modified C5 Aliphatic Resin provides excellent tack with narrow molecular weight distribution. For general-purpose PSA: Bitoner® C5 Aliphatic Resins offer compatibility with SIS, SBS, and natural rubber.