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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 KOREA PACK 2026

09.03.2026

The Poval Resin Division and EVAL Division of Kuraray will participate as exhibitors at KOREA PACK , taking place March March 31– April 3 2026 at KINTEX, Seoul, Korea.

KOREA PACK 2026 gathers packaging experts from across the entire value chain to explore materials and solutions shaping the future of the packaging industry.

At the exhibition, the Poval Resin Division will present its polyvinyl alcohol portfolio, including KURARAY POVAL™ and EXCEVAL™. These materials are known for their excellent film‑forming properties, water solubility, and broad application versatility in packaging solutions.

Beyond packaging, KURARAY POVAL™ is also applied in cosmetics as well as in agricultural formulations such as seed coating, where its material characteristics support product functionality and efficient processing.

Stop by our booth to speak with our Kuraray’s experts and learn how our materials can enhance your next project.

For more information about KOREA PACK 2026, please visit: 
KOREA PACK 2026

For technical advice and commercial inquiries related to our product portfolio, please contact your familiar Poval Customer Service representative or use our contact form.