Selvol™ Polyvinyl Alcohol Adhesive Applications
At SEKISUI Specialty Chemicals, we provide essential polymers that drive innovation across a wide range of adhesive applications. Whether ensuring furniture’s structural integrity or formulating nontoxic cosmetic products, our diverse products help you achieve consistent, high-quality results.
Versatile Polymers for a Variety of Adhesive Applications
Selvol™ polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) remains the trusted standard for traditional manufacturing. This includes wood applications and paper applications, offering exceptional tensile strength for spiral-wound tubes and packaging.
When facing difficult substrates, our Ultiloc copolymers deliver enhanced reactivity to solve complex adhesion applications. We specifically tailor the high-purity Ultalux line for personal care, providing safe and effective performance in skincare and cosmetics. S-LEC B/K resins offer exceptional adhesion in an array of household and industrial uses.
We engineer our product portfolio to meet specialized markets’ evolving demands.
Contact SEKISUI for PVOH Products Tailored to Adhesive Needs
From formulating for standard porous surfaces to requiring advanced adhesion for difficult-to-bond substrates, SEKISUI delivers. We’re dedicated to sustainability, next-gen solutions and rigorous technical support to optimize your product’s performance.
Request samples, or contact SEKISUI for more information about our PVOH products for adhesion.
Reach out to our Technical Service Team for product, formulation and grade selection advice.
Adhesive Application FAQs
Which SEKISUI product is best for standard wood and paper adhesive applications?
Selvol PVOH is the trusted standard for wood glues, spiral-wound tubes, book bindings and packaging applications. It delivers exceptional tensile strength and consistent adhesion to hydrophilic substrates.
Speak with our Technical Service Team for tailored grade selection guidance.
My application involves difficult-to-bond substrates. Can SEKISUI’s product portfolio address that?
Yes. We engineer Selvol Ultiloc copolymers specifically for difficult substrates, providing enhanced reactivity and greater crosslinking compared to standard PVOH grades. Ultiloc is a patented, SEKISUI-exclusive series; you won’t find this copolymer technology elsewhere. Its grades are well suited for complex adhesion challenges where conventional PVOH falls short.
What SEKISUI products are appropriate for personal care adhesives, such as eyelash glues and pore strips?
The Selvol Ultalux line is designed for personal care adhesive applications. Its high-purity formulation provides safe, effective performance in cosmetic prosthetic adhesives, eyelash glues and pore strips. Independent third-party testing confirms its skin safety profile.
Are there SEKISUI products suited for household and industrial adhesive use?
S-LEC B/K polyvinyl acetal resins offer exceptional adhesion across a range of household and industrial uses. They complement Selvol PVOH and Ultiloc copolymers to cover the full spectrum of adhesive application requirements.
How do I determine which PVOH grade is right for my adhesive formulation?
Grade selection depends on your substrate type, required bond strength and whether the application is porous or difficult-to-bond. The Technical Service Team offers one-on-one formulation and grade selection advice. You can also request samples to evaluate performance in your process.



