Malkyd No.31 Maleic resin Arakawa Chemical Maleic Resins Inks INKS Soluble in alcohol MALKYD No.31 is maleic resin in flakes form. It shows good solubility in alcohol, very light color, good weather resistance, compatibility and color retention. It is used in quick drying varnish, high gloss varnish Lacquer,copal varnish. Maleic resin. Shows shows good solubility in alcohol. Used in quick drying varnish, high gloss varnish Lacquer,copal varnish.