A general term for
phenol resin, used for
heat and
electrical insulation. The Bakelite used to stop
Eva-00 when it went
berserk during an experiment and also in the transport of
Adam, etc., is a type of
thermosetting resin which has the properties of super quick-drying concrete. Since all physical
motion of an object encased by this Bakelite can be brought to a halt, it is also used to prevent the further intrusion of the
JSSDF into
NERV HQ in episode 25' "Air". On the other hand, the
Japan Strategic Self Defence Force also uses Bakelite to prevent physical contact between the
Third Children (
Shinji Ikari) and
Eva-01.
Source: The End of Evangelion : Glossary contained within The End of Evangelion - Theatrical Program.