Applicable Base Polymer Properties
Polyvinyl alcohol resins are water soluble. Non-toxic and biodegradable, polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) adhesives are an excellent choice in food or general paper packaging as well as paperboard manufacturing. Developed to laminate or bind various paper and paperboard products, PVOH adhesives wet out fast to grab and bond quickly.
Often used in the manufacturing of composite cans, tube winding, corrugated board and corner guards for boxes, polyvinyl alcohol has exceptional film forming, emulsifying and bonding properties. More economical and easier to use than dextrin and other synthetics found in some paperboard manufacturing, PVOHs are sometimes filled with clay to create a firm core in cans, tubes, and cardboard with impressive crush strength.