Specialty Applications for Selvol PVOH
SEKISUI Selvol™ polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH/PVA) resin suits many specialty applications due to its unique properties. These include high-performance systems such as PVOH for seed coatings, dispersing agents and ceramics.
The following functional traits make Selvol PVOH ideal for use in both formulations and end-use systems across multiple industries:
- Water solubility
- Abrasion resistance
- High tensile strength
- High adhesive strength
- Oil and grease resistance (OGR)
- Film-forming capabilities
- Biodegradability
- Compostability
- Crosslinkability
Specialty Applications for PVOH
Selvol PVOH supports a wide range of applications due to its chemical versatility and film-forming capabilities:
- Detergents
- Seed coatings
- Polyvinyl chloride polymerization
- Ceramic binders
- Sponges
- Dental adhesives
- Sand coatings
- Floor coatings
- Assay methods
- Health and beauty aids
- Cleaning concentrates
- Balloons
- Printing inks
- Release agents
- Temporary protective coatings
- Lithium ion batteries
Recipe for Success: Matching Grade to Specialty Application
It’s important to select the right grade to match the properties that Selvol PVOH can provide for your application.
Before selecting a grade, please consider the key performance attributes that you need:
- Molecular weight influences viscosity and tensile strength.
- Degree of hydrolysis affects solubility, water resistance and adhesion properties.
For example, higher molecular weight grades typically offer stronger mechanical properties but also increase viscosity, which may affect processability. Grades with higher hydrolysis improve water resistance and are better suited for applications like temporary coatings, ceramic binders or moisture-sensitive films.
Explore Selvol PVOH Grades and Find Expert Assistance
Need help finding the right Selvol PVOH grade for your specialty application? Contact SEKISUI for more information, or request samples. Our team partners with manufacturers worldwide to apply PVOH in innovative ways.
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