Vinyl acetate vinyl alcohol polymer
Synonyms
Acetic acid ethenyl ester, polymer with ethenol;
Category
Polymer Surfactant
> Polyenes
>> Non-ionic Polyenes
Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 25213-24-5
EINECS: N/A
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: N/A
Molecular Weight: N/A
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), solid.
Solubility insoluble in water to soluble in water or hot water.
Stability stable.
Risk Solid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent film-forming, dispersing, adsorbing abilities. Biocompatible material.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as film-forming agent.
Use as non-metallic material. For example, used in fibers, films, etc.
Use as adhesive. For example, used in paper-making, paint, textile, etc.
Use as dispersing agent, emulsifying agent.
Use as intermediate in organic synthesis.
Use as lubricant.
Use as thickening agent.
2, Personal care products
Film-forming agent, viscosity controlling agent in personal care products.
3, Textile
Sizing agent, finishing agent in textile.
Manufacturers
Update: 20140903(1); 20201009(2);