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Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) 99%

Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) 99% is a water-soluble synthetic polymer used in adhesives, textile sizing, and paper coatings. Supplied in 20kg bags, it serves industries across Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number9002-89-5
Chemical Formula(C2H4O)n
AppearanceWhite powder or granules
Packaging20 kg paper bags
StorageCool, dry, ventilated warehouse away from moisture

Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) 99% — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NamePolyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) 99%
CategoryConstruction Chemicals
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) 99%

Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) 99% is a synthetic polymer known for its excellent film-forming, emulsifying, and adhesive properties. It dissolves readily in water, making it ideal for applications requiring strong binding and flexibility. PVA is extensively used in adhesives manufacturing, textile sizing to improve fabric strength and finish, and as a coating agent in paper production to enhance printability and surface smoothness. Handling PVA requires precautions to avoid moisture exposure which can degrade product quality during storage. For best results, keep PVA in tightly sealed bags stored in cool, dry, and ventilated areas. Finstar Chemicals supplies this product primarily in 20kg bags, suitable for industrial-scale users looking for consistent performance and traceable batch quality. In addition to its strong adhesive qualities, PVA acts as a stabilizer in ceramic processing and as a thickener in various chemical formulations. Its versatility extends to use in packaging films and biodegradable plastics. Finstar delivers PVA efficiently to industrial manufacturers and processors in Kenya and neighboring regions. When procuring Polyvinyl Alcohol, selecting a grade with 99% hydrolysis ensures fewer impurities and better solubility, critical for applications that demand uniform film formation and chemical resistance. Buyers choosing improper grades face issues like weak adhesion or processing inconsistencies which increase production downtime. Finstar Chemicals provides full batch documentation and Certificates of Analysis for quality assurance. Our technical team supports customers in choosing the correct PVA grade and handling practices to optimize product performance in their specific industrial contexts.

External references: PubChem · Wikipedia

Applications

Adhesive formulationPVA dissolves in water to create strong, flexible adhesive solutions widely used in packaging and woodworking glues.
Textile sizingUsed to coat yarns which improves strength, smoothness, and weaving efficiency in fabric production.
Paper coatingsApplied as a coating agent to enhance surface gloss, printability, and durability of paper products.
Ceramic processingActs as a binder and film forming agent to improve green strength and handling of ceramic parts.

Benefits

Enhanced adhesive strengthThe high hydroxyl content allows PVA to form strong hydrogen bonds improving bonding performance in adhesives.
Improved fabric processingProvides excellent film-forming on yarns reducing breakages and increasing fabric uniformity during weaving.
Stable aqueous solubilityGood water solubility at 99% hydrolysis grade ensures consistent dispersion and coating without particulate defects.
Chemical resistance in coatingsForms films resistant to oils and solvents enhancing durability of paper and packaging materials.

Features

High Purity GradeAt 99% hydrolysis, offers optimized solubility and performance for demanding industrial applications.
20 kg PackagingConvenient paper bag packing supports storage and handling for medium to large scale manufacturers.
Batch DocumentationIncludes Certificates of Analysis for traceability and quality assurance.

Industries Served

Adhesives IndustryManufacturers use PVA for formulating glues with strong bonding and flexibility.
Textile IndustryProducers add PVA for yarn sizing to improve fabric strength and production efficiency.
Paper ManufacturingPVA is applied as a coating agent enhancing paper gloss, strength, and print quality.
Ceramics IndustryUsed as a binder in ceramic processing for improved handling and green strength of products.

Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) 99% is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) 99% is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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