Polyolefin Adhesive Compositions

An adhesive comprising a polyolefin base polymer, from 1 to 10 wt % of at least one functionalized polyolefin, and from 1 to 15 wt % of a wax, based on the total weight of the polyolefin base polymer, functionalized polyolefin and wax;

• wherein the wax has a weight average molecular weight at least 8% of the weight average molecular weight of the polyolefin base polymer, a viscosity at 190° C. of 60 mPa·s or more, and a crystallization temperature greater than that of the polyolefin base polymer and greater than 100° C.;
• and wherein the adhesive has the following properties:
• (a) at least 5% fiber tear at 2° C. using Inland paper board as a substrate;
• (b) at least 50% fiber tear at 25° C. using Inland paper board as a substrate;
• and
• (c) a set time of less than 3 seconds.