EXCEVAL™

EXCEVAL™ is the trade mark of Kuraray’s hydrophobically modified polyvinyl alcohol especially designed for the requirements of “high water resistance”. Although EXCEVAL™ is readily water-soluble like any fully hydrolyzed KURARAY POVAL™ grades it absorbs less humidity in comparison to other KURARAY POVAL™ grades.

EXCEVAL

Polyvinyl alcohol products

Polyvinyl alcohol (resin) has a variety of applications ranging from paper and textile industries to construction, adhesives and the oil and gas industry.

Kuraray polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) products
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PVOH
applications

KURARAY POVAL™ (PVOH) is an innovative material that makes products stronger and smarter. Across industries its application enhances durability and improves performance.

PVOH applications
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KURARAY POVAL Polyvinyl Alcohol Product Finder

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NEWS

JUNE 2020

Two new PVOH types for Europe: KURARAY POVAL™ 3-88 and 6-96 for paper coatings and adhesives with perfect flow properties
Kuraray is commencing production of two new polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) grades in Europe: KURARAY POVAL™ 3-88 for low-viscosity coatings and water-resistant KURARAY POVAL™ 6-96, which is ideal for food packaging.

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