Chemicals - Polyvinyl Alcohol

Brand

Chang Chun Chemical ( Jiangsu) Co. Ltd

Origin

China

Packing

20 KG Bag

Grade Standard

PVA –BP-17A & PVA-BP-26

General Description

Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a synthetic polymer that belongs to the family of polyvinyl compounds. It is a water-soluble polymer that is created through the polymerization of vinyl acetate, followed by hydrolysis to remove the acetate groups. The resulting polymer is a white, odorless, and tasteless solid.

PVA has a high degree of hydrophilicity, meaning it readily absorbs and dissolves in water, forming a viscous solution. This property makes it useful in a wide range of applications, particularly in industries such as textiles, paper, adhesives, coatings, and pharmaceuticals.

Applications

1. Packaging:

PVA is used as a coating or film in packaging applications. It provides excellent barrier properties against gases and oils, making it suitable for food packaging, pharmaceutical packaging, and agricultural films.

2. Adhesives:

PVA is a key component in various adhesive formulations. It is used in products like wood glue, paper adhesive, and fabric adhesives. PVA-based adhesives offer good bonding strength and water resistance.

3. Textiles:

PVA is used in the textile industry as a sizing agent. It improves the strength and wrinkle resistance of fabrics, making them easier to handle during processing and enhancing their overall quality.

4. Paper Industry:

PVA is used in paper coatings to improve the surface smoothness, printability, and strength of paper products. It enhances ink absorption and reduces ink bleeding, resulting in high-quality prints.

5. Construction Materials:

PVA is used as an additive in cement-based products, such as tile adhesives and mortars. It improves the adhesion, workability, and flexibility of these materials.

6. Personal Care Products:

PVA is used in cosmetic and personal care products, including hair sprays, gels, and lotions. It provides a film-forming effect, which helps in holding hairstyles and improving the product’s performance.

7. Water Treatment:

PVA is utilized in water treatment processes to aid in the flocculation and sedimentation of impurities. It helps to remove suspended particles and improve the clarity of water.

Specifications

PVA-BP-17A:

Item Unit Standard Value Test Value Results
PH N/A 5.00-7.00 5.63 5.50
Viscosity (4%/20 ⁰C) mPa.s 21.0-26.0 25.0 23.5
Hydrolysis Mole % 86. 00-89.00 87. 52 87.53
Volatile wt % 5.00 Max 1. 45 1.47
Ash wt % 0.5 max 0. 34 0.32

PVA-BP-26

Item Unit Standard Value Test Value Results
PH N/A 5.00-7.00 5.51 5.51
Viscosity (4%/20 ⁰C) mPa.s 50.0-58.0 58.2 58.2
Hydrolysis Mole % 86. 00-89.00 87. 74 87.74
Volatile wt % 5.00 Max 1. 90 1.9
Ash wt % 0.5 max 0. 21 0.21

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