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KURARAY POVAL™ 49-88 by Kuraray is a partially saponified polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. This grade is water-soluble polymer manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It is used in postage stamps and labels. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 49-88 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. Its shelf life is 12 months. Complies with EU Directive 67/548/EC regulation.

KURARAY POVAL™ 3-80 (Old name: PVA 403) by Kuraray is polyvinyl alcohol with colloid-chemical and excellent film-forming properties, and a high tensile strength. KURARAY POVAL™ 3-80 is used as a component of remoistenable adhesives, e.g. for postage stamps. In addition, the polymers are highly elastic and resistant to heat and organic solvents. Above all, the range of applications is based on the chemical properties, especially on the reactivity of the numerous hydroxyl groups with substances such as reactive resins, aldehydes and other reactive compounds.

Elvanol™ 71-30 by Kuraray is a fully hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol. It shows excellent resistance to oil, grease, water and solvents. It offers high tensile strength, flexibility, high oxygen barrier and film forming characteristics. On evaporation of water, transparent films are formed which have high tensile strength and tear resistance. The binder characteristics of Elvanol® 71-30 offer excellent adhesion to porous and hydrophilic surfaces. It is widely used in the paper industry at the size press and calendar stack, and in adhesives tackified with boric acid. Recommended for paper and paperboard, as a component in industrial adhesives for bonding paper, textiles, leather, in bag adhesives and pastes. It is also used in corrugated container board, laminating adhesives which are used in the manufacture of solid fiberboard, linear board, spiral wound tubes and cores and laminated specialties. It complies with FDA.

KURARAY POVAL™ 25-98 R by Kuraray is a water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) specialty grade manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It exhibits high molecular weight, good cohesion, good adhesion to fibers-, fillers- and pigments. Its molecular structure contains peculiar functional groups that is silanol groups. The silanol groups are reactive with inorganic substances such as silica or alumina. KURARAY POVAL™ 25-98 R can be applied with inorganic substances to form water resistant films. Recommended for adhesives.

KURARAY POVAL™ 22-88 S2 (formerly KURARAY POVAL™ PVA-217S) by Kuraray is a water soluble, polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. Exhibits high molecular weight, good cohesion, good adhesion to fibers-, fillers- and pigments. It provides extension of the open time, increase of the setting speed and influence on the rheology. KURARAY POVAL™ 22-88 S2 is recommended for the modification of emulsion adhesives.

KURARAY POVAL™ 5-88 by Kuraray is a partially hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It exhibits good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It provides good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. This grade is used in postage stamps and labels. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 5-88 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.

KURARAY POVAL™ 4-88 by Kuraray is polyvinyl alcohol manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It is a water-soluble, partially saponified, odorless polymer. Its aqueous solution can be added to polymer emulsions already stabilized with polyvinyl alcohol which affects the extension of the open time, setting speed and rheology. Applicable for use in remoistenable adhesives. KURARAY POVAL™ 4-88 conforms to EU Directive 67/548/EC.

Elvanol™ 80-18 by Kuraray is a copolymer of polyvinyl alcohol and another monomer. It possesses excellent film formation, emulsifying power and adhesion to substrates. It is produced by converting polyvinyl acetate into polyvinyl alcohol through the saponification process. Elvanol™ 80-18 is suitable for use in adhesives.

KURARAY POVAL™ 26-88 is a partially saponified polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade by Kuraray. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It possesses good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. It offers good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 26-88 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.

Kuraray Poval™ LM-10HD by Kuraray is an ultra-low saponified polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. This grade is water-soluble polymer manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It is used in postage stamps and labels. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ LM-10 HD 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 can be stored for 12 months. Complies with EU Directive 67/548/EC regulation.

KURARAY POVAL™ 5-88 S2 by Kuraray is a fine powder polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It is water-soluble polymer manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It is used in postage stamps and labels. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 5-88 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. Its shelf life is 12 months. Complies with EU Directive 67/548/EC regulation.

KURARAY POVAL™ 22-88 is a partially hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade by Kuraray. It exhibits good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. It offers good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. It is designed for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It can be added to polymer emulsion to extend the open time, increase setting speed and influence the rheology. KURARAY POVAL™ 22-88 is recommended for use in postage stamps and labels.

KURARAY POVAL™ 40-88 by Kuraray is a partially saponified polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. It possesses good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It provides good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 40-88 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. Complies with EU Directive 67/548/EC regulation.

KURARAY POVAL™ 18-88 by Kuraray is a partially saponified polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. It exhibits good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. It is designed for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It offers good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 18-88 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.

KURARAY POVAL™ 44-88 (formerly KURARAY POVAL™ PVA-224) by Kuraray is a polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) compound. It is a biodegradable, recyclable and water-soluble grade. It offers good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. It exhibits excellent film-forming characteristics, high tensile strength and elasticity. It shows resistance against organic solvents and dispersing power. KURARAY POVAL™ 44-88 is used in water-based pressure-sensitive labels and remoistenable adhesives. It is designed for paper processing industry and films.

KURARAY POVAL™ 5-88 M by Kuraray is polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade modified with thiol group. This grade is water-soluble polymer manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. KURARAY POVAL™ 5-88 M is recommended for use in adhesives.

KURARAY POVAL™ 49-88 S2 is polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade by Kuraray. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives 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™ 49-88 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. Complies with EU Directive 67/548/EC regulation. It can be stored for 12 months.

KURARAY POVAL™ 32-88 is a partially saponified polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade by Kuraray. It possesses good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. It offers good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 32-88 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. Complies with EU Directive 67/548/EC regulation.

KURARAY POVAL™ 4-88 S2 by Kuraray is a water-soluble, polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It exhibits high molecular weight and good cohesion. It shows good adhesion to fibers-, fillers- and pigments. It provides extension of the open time, increase of the setting speed and influence on the rheology. KURARAY POVAL™ 4-88 S2 is recommended for the modification of emulsion adhesives.

KURARAY POVAL™ 3-85 by Kuraray is a water-soluble, partially saponified, odorless polyvinyl alcohol. Its aqueous solution can be added to polymer emulsions already stabilized with polyvinyl alcohol which affects the extension of the open time, setting speed and rheology. It is manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It is designed for use in remoistenable adhesives. KURARAY POVAL™ 3-85 complies with EU Directive 67/548/EC.

KURARAY POVAL™ 3-86 SD by Kuraray is a water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) specialty grade. It is manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It shows good adhesion to fibers-, fillers- and pigments. It exhibits high molecular weight and good cohesion. It has a good affinity to hydrophobic substances such as polyester, polystyrene etc. KURARAY POVAL™ 3-86 SD is recommended for adhesives.

KURARAY POVAL™ 30-88 is a partially hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade by Kuraray. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It provides good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. It exhibits good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. It is recommended for use in postage stamps and labels. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 30-88 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.

KURARAY POVAL™ 28-98 by Kuraray is a fully hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. It shows good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It offers good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 28-98 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. This grade is designed for use in postage stamps and labels.

KURARAY POVAL™ 44-88 SB by Kuraray is a water-soluble, polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) defoamed grade manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It exhibits high molecular weight and good cohesion. It shows good adhesion to fibers-, fillers- and pigments. KURARAY POVAL™ 44-88 SB is recommended for the modification of emulsion adhesives.

KURARAY POVAL™ 18-88 S2 by Kuraray is a water-soluble, polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It exhibits high molecular weight, good cohesion, good adhesion to fibers-, fillers- and pigments. It provides extension of the open time, increase of the setting speed and influence on the rheology. KURARAY POVAL™ 18-88 S2 is recommended for the modification of emulsion adhesives.

KURARAY POVAL™ 45-88 E by Kuraray is a partially hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It exhibits good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. It provides good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 45-88 E 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 designed for use in postage stamps and labels.

KURARAY POVAL™ L-508W by Kuraray is a water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) specialty grade manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. Exhibits high molecular weight, good cohesion, good adhesion to fibers-, fillers- and pigments. KURARAY POVAL™ L-508W is recommended for adhesive and suspending agent for PVC suspension polymerization.

KURARAY POVAL™ 28-98 DB by Kuraray is a water-soluble, polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) defoamed grade manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It exhibits high molecular weight, good cohesion, good adhesion to fibers-, fillers- and pigments. KURARAY POVAL™ 28-98 DB is recommended for the modification of emulsion adhesives. It complies with REACH regulations.

KURARAY POVAL™ 5-98 by Kuraray is fully hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It offers good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. It exhibits good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. It is used as an adhesive promoter. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 5-98 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.

KURARAY POVAL™ 28-98 S2 is polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade by Kuraray. It is a water-soluble polymer manufactured by alcoholysis of polyvinyl acetate. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It is suitable for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 28-98 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. Complies with EU Directive 67/548/EC regulation. The recommended shelf life is 12 months.

KURARAY POVAL™ 105-88KX SB by Kuraray is polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade with varying degree of polymerization. This grade is used as a stabilizer for the emulsion polymerization of VAM and as a post additive for emulsion. The emulsion with PVOH offers high viscosity, mechanical stability, film strength and heat resistance. KURARAY POVAL™ 105-88KX SB is suitable for use in modification of emulsion adhesives, production of paper adhesives and remoistenable adhesives. Complies with EU Directive 67/548/EC regulation.

KURARAY POVAL™ 30-94 KM by Kuraray is a modified polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade with varying degrees of polymerization, hydrolysis and co-monomers. It exhibits strong hydrophilic property even at low degree of hydrolysis. It contains carboxylic group. Films produced from this grade are soft and flexible at 20°C, 65% RH and under high humidity. KURARAY POVAL™ 30-94 KM is suitable for use in adhesives.

Elvanol™ 75-15 by Kuraray is a medium low viscosity, fully hydrolyzed copolymer grade of polyvinyl alcohol. Its unique structure imparts improved viscosity stability and gel resistance to aqueous solutions while maintaining excellent film properties and adhesive strength. It shows excellent resistance to oil, grease and solvents. Elvanol™ 75-15 is used as a secondary, or even a principle binder, in the manufacture of joint cements. It can also be used in wet adhesives. The grade complies with FDA.

KURARAY POVAL™ LM-22 is an ultra-low saponified polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade by Kuraray. It can be self-dispersed into water with agitation. KURARAY POVAL™ LM-22 is suitable for use in hot-melt adhesives. Its shelf life is 1 year. Complies with EU Directive 67/548/EC regulation.

KURARAY POVAL™ 27-95 by Kuraray is a medium hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grade. It is designed for modification of emulsion adhesives and remoistenable adhesives in the paper processing industry. It exhibits good bonding strength and pigment binding capacity. It is used as an adhesive promoter. It provides good cohesion and adhesion to fibers, fillers and pigments. Aqueous solution of KURARAY POVAL™ 27-95 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. This grade is suitable for use in postage stamps and labels.

KURARAY POVAL™ 95-88 (Old name: Poval® PVA 235) by Kuraray is polyvinyl alcohol. The range of applications is based on the chemical properties, especially on the reactivity of the numerous hydroxyl groups with substances such as reactive resins, aldehydes and other reactive compounds. Used as a component of remoistenable adhesives, e.g. for postage stamps, partially hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol grades ensure that the adhesive strength is not impaired even in fluctuating air humidity. Exhibits specific colloid-chemical and excellent film-forming properties, and a high tensile strength.