Bostik showed two Thermogrip hot-melt adhesives at Loupe India 2026 in Greater Noida, Packaging South Asia reported on 2 November 2026. Thermogrip HM 6134 is positioned as a cost-effective option for Indian industry, while HM 7430 is a mineral-oil-free grade.
Both products were launched over the past year, according to the report.
What Are Bostik’s Thermogrip HM 6134 and HM 7430?
Thermogrip HM 6134 targets cost-conscious buyers. Thermogrip HM 7430 was developed with sustainability in mind; Amit Bhargava, business director, AP&C at Bostik, said, “HM 7430 is a mineral-oil-free product, which makes it a more sustainable option.”
Why Does This Matter for Packaging?
Hot-melt adhesives are widely used in packaging applications, and mineral-oil-free formulations respond to sustainability expectations. The source does not specify technical data, pricing or target applications, so those details are not covered here.
Bostik is the adhesives business of Arkema and took part in Loupe India through its association with Loupe Worldwide. The report notes Arkema is a major global buyer of castor oil, with several products using castor-oil-based raw materials, and that Bostik is involved in RecyClass-related initiatives assessing packaging recyclability. Arkema is working toward carbon footprint reduction targets.
Market Reaction and Industry Response
No market reaction or trade-body comment was found in the sources reviewed.
What Happens Next?
Commercial availability details and customer adoption for the two grades were not stated in the report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Bostik showcase at Loupe India 2026?
Two hot-melt adhesives: Thermogrip HM 6134 and Thermogrip HM 7430.
What makes Thermogrip HM 7430 more sustainable?
According to Amit Bhargava, it is mineral-oil-free.
Who owns Bostik?
Bostik is the adhesives business of Arkema.
Source: Packaging South Asia, 2 November 2026.
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