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Kuraray Poval™ 44-88 S2

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KURARAY POVAL™ 44-88 S2 by Kuraray is a fine powder polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It is suitable for modification of emulsion and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It is a water-soluble polymer manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 44-88 S2 can be added to polymer emulsion which is already stabilized with polyvinyl alcohol to extend the open time, increase setting speed and influence the rheology. It is used in postage stamps and labels. Its shelf life is 12 months. Complies with EU Directive 67/548/EC regulation.

Functions: Adhesion Promoter, Binder, Coupling Agent

Chemical Family: Polyvinyl Alcohols & Esters

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Identification & Functionality

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Applications & Uses

Industrial Additives End Use

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Degree of Hydrolysis87.0 - 89.0mol %
Ash Contentmax. 0.4%
pH5.0 - 7.0-
Volatiles Contentmax. 5.0wt %
Viscosity (20°C)40.0 - 48.0mPa.s

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 months