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Casein adhesives have several characteristics that have limited their usefulness. They tend to stain those species of wood that are rich in tannic acid (such as oak), so that largely excluded them from the furniture industry. However, casein adhesives are still quite important in the labeling of beverage bottles, preserve jars and other glass containers. They can be applied to wet or dry, cold or hot surfaces and can easily be removed by cleaning machines.