Polyvinyl Alcohol

Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH) is a synthetic water-soluble polymer with a wide range of applications in many industries. Known for its excellent water solubility, PVOH is used as an ingredient in many water-based formulations and coatings, including adhesives, paints, cleaning materials, and cosmetics. In the medical field, PVOH is used in the manufacture of biodegradable sutures and as an excipient in tablet coatings and ophthalmic solutions. In addition, PVOH is used in the field of biochemistry, where it has been used in chromatography and gel electrophoresis. Its remarkable ability to form stable aqueous solutions makes it an ideal choice for many industrial and medical uses.