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Polyvinyl alcohol, PVA, PVOH
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Polyvinyl alcohol (polyvinylalcohol) has a variety of applications ranging from paper and textile industries to construction, adhesives and the oil and gas industry.
Kuraray Poval™
Kuraray Poval™ is water-soluble, has specific colloidal characteristics, excellent film-forming properties, and high tensile strength.

Elvanol™
Elvanol™ polyvinyl alcohol is widely used in diverse applications such as adhesives for paper, wood, textiles, leather, and other water-absorbent substrates.

Exceval™
Exceval™ is the trademark of Kuraray’s halogen-free, hydrophobic polyvinyl alcohol.

Mowiflex™
Mowiflex™ is Kuraray’s polyvinyl alcohol-based polymer compound that meets the requirements of thermoplastic processing.

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Kuraray Poval™ polyvinyl alcohol is an innovative, transformative material that makes products stronger and smarter. Across industries as diverse as textiles and energy, its application enhances durability and improves performance.
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Kuraray Poval™ and Elvanol™ (PVOH) are manufactured by hydrolyzing polyvinyl acetate with caustic soda.
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Kuraray at ISF World Seed Congress 2025 in Istanbul

08.05.2025

We are pleased to announce that Kuraray will be attending the ISF World Seed Congress 2025, taking place from May 19th to 21st at the Istanbul Congress, Center Türkiye.

Kuraray at ISF World Seed Congress 2025 in Istanbul

This key industry event brings together global seed professionals to explore trends, innovations, and challenges shaping the future of agriculture.

Visit us at booth 1.19, where our team members, Joris Bohets, Sejla Soravia and Sandra Fatur, will be available to share ideas and present Kuraray's latest PVOH solutions for sustainable agriculture and seed enhancement.

We look forward to meeting you at ISF!