- Functions:Binder, Coupling Agent, Adhesion Promoter
- Chemical Family:Polyvinyl Alcohols & Esters
KURARAY POVAL™ 23-88 EE by Kuraray is partially hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. It exhibits good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. It provides good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. It is suitable for modification of emulsion and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It is used as an adhesive promoter. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 23-88 EE 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 recommended for use in postage stamps and labels.