Product Description

Product name:Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)

Alternate name:Poly (vinyl alcohol) ;PVA

CAS No.:9002-89-5

Appearance:Odorless, translucent, tasteless cream or white

Molecular Formula:(C2H4O)x

Description:

Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a synthetic polymer that is known for its water solubility, colorless and odorless nature. It is created by dissolving polyvinyl acetate in alcohol with an alkaline catalyst, a process called hydrolysis or alcoholysis. PVA is widely used in various applications, including textiles, paper, packaging, and medical products.

Product Efficacy and Application:

Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) has a wide range of applications across various industries due to its unique properties such as water solubility, film-forming ability, and adhesive properties. Here are some key applications:

1- Textile Industry

 Sizing agent for yarns；Fabric treatment agent；Non-woven fabric production

2- Paper Industry

 Paper coating；Paper strengthening agent；Production of specialty papers

3- Adhesives and Binders

 Water-based adhesives；Wallpaper adhesive；Bookbinding adhesive

4- Building Materials

 Cement additives；Dry mortar binder；Tile adhesive

5- Packaging Industry

 Water-soluble packaging films；Biodegradable packaging materials

6- Medical Field

 Surgical sutures；Artificial organs；Medical dressings

7- Agriculture

 Seed coating；Soil conditioner；Water-retaining agent

8- Industrial Applications

 Emulsifying agent；Dispersant；Thickener

9- Consumer Products

 Contact lens solution；Hair care products；Personal care products