Copydex

Copydex is a common latex-based rubber cement in the UK. It can be recognised by its characteristic "fishy" odour. Since 1986, it has been owned by Henkel.
This contact adhesive is used when sticking a variety of materials, such as paper, board, upholstery, and carpet. Copydex is used by model makers as a "mask" to protect areas during airbrushing. It is used to apply false eyelashes in the theatre.

Composition

Unlike many other rubber cements, it consists of latex dissolved in water. As such it is relatively non-toxic and so is frequently used in primary schools. It also contains ammonia to stabilise the rubber solution. This is the source of its characteristic smell.