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What is the shelf life of CA glue?

Cyanoacrylate can be kept in an unopened container at temperatures of 55 AdegF (13 ADegC) for up to 15 months. It is unnecessary to refrigerate adhesive if it is being used within six months.



Keep this in mind, how long does CA glue last?

A two-ounce bottle of CA glue has a one-year shelf life at room temperatures. The CA glue thickens as the bottle ages beyond its expected useful life.

Is Super Glue also called CA glue? The same adhesive, Cyanoacrylate, Super glue and CA glue have different names. They all refer to the identical type of adhesive. Super glues are able to bond by reacting with moisture on both the surface they bond to and the moisture in the air.

So, is cyanoacrylate bad?

Remember that expiration dates are based on unopened packages that have been shipped in the specified conditions. For optimal shelf life, a cyanoacrylate container should be kept in a refrigerator. Some adhesives may require storage in a freezer.

How does CA glue cure

Cyanoacrylate is not like other adhesives which cure through heat or evaporation. Its special instant curing process is due to the presence and rapid reaction of moisture.