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  • Preparation of PVA-VAE Modified Films by Solution Blending
    Oct 09, 2025
    Film-forming agents are important adjuvants in pesticide seed coatings and are key functional ingredients in seed coatings. The inclusion of film-forming agents allows seed coatings to form a film on the seed surface, distinguishing them from other formulations such as dry powders, dispersible powders, liquids, and emulsions. The primary function of the film-forming agent in seed coatings is to adhere the active ingredient to the seed surface and form a uniform, smooth film. Film-forming agents need to be water-resistant to hold up in wet conditions like rice paddies, but they also need to let some water through so seeds can grow. It’s also good if they can soak up a bit of water from the soil, which helps seeds grow when it’s dry. Most polymers are good at one of these things, but not all. For example, it's hard to find something that’s both waterproof and lets water pass through. Right now, seed coatings often use just one polymer, so it’s tough to get all these properties at once. This is a main problem for making better seed coatings for rice fields.   Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA), with its excellent film-forming, swelling, and water permeability, is currently the most widely used film-forming agent in seed coatings. However, its poor water resistance makes it susceptible to water erosion after seed coating, making it unsuitable for use alone in paddy fields or in high-humidity areas. VAE Emulsion (Vinyl Acetate–ethylene Copolymer Emulsion) exhibits strong water resistance, but VAE films only swell in water, not dissolve, and are impermeable to water. Clearly, VAE alone is also unsuitable as a seed coating agent. To address these issues, we used a solution blending method to prepare a series of blended films using PVA and VAE in varying ratios, hoping to improve the water resistance of Polyvinyl alcohol film (PVA film).     1. Microscopic Observation of the Blend System Figure 3-a shows that the PVA colloidal particles exhibit distinct micellar behavior, while the VAE colloidal particles exhibit relatively regular spherical shapes with particle sizes ranging from 700 to 900 nm and unclear outlines (Figure 3-b), consistent with literature reports. After blending, the outlines of the PVA and VAE colloidal particles clearly exhibit a core-shell structure (Figure 3-c), indicating that hydrogen bonding within the blend system alters the electron density around the particles. Furthermore, the particles of each phase are evenly distributed within the blend system, with no apparent interface formation, indicating good compatibility.     2. Water Resistance and Permeability of the Blend System The test results for the water permeability of the blend system are listed in Table 1. After the addition of PVA, the water permeability of VAE was significantly improved. The water permeabilities of vp10, vp20, vp30, and vp40 were ideal, meeting the requirements of seed germination and generally consistent with the results of the seed germination test. When we looked at how long it took for water to pass through, we found that as the VAE content went up, it took longer for water to start permeating: 0.2 hours (vp0), 0.25 hours (vp10), 0.5 hours (vp20), 0.75 hours (vp30), 1.2 hours (vp40), 2.5 hours (vp50), and over 6 hours (vp60-100). Except for vp0, all groups lasted the whole 24 hours without dissolving, which shows that adding VAE really made the material more water-resistant. The national standards GB 11175-89 and GB 15330-94 test water resistance and permeability by checking how much the film swells. These tests cannot fully capture the water permeation, water erosion, and subsequent dissolution of seed coating films used in this test. Visual assessment of these indicators is also difficult to accurately determine. The "L-shaped glass tube method" proposed in this paper measures the water permeability and water resistance of latex films. In principle, this method directly measures water permeation, water dissolution, and water solubility. Precise measuring instruments such as automatic samplers and pipettes are used for indicator control. Visual assessment of the "water permeation and dissolution" indicators and time measurements are easily determined. The experimental procedure is simple and can accurately reflect the actual performance of the membrane.     3. Effect of Modified Films on Seed Germination Rice seed germination tests (see Table 2) showed that blend films with less than 30% VAE didn't really change how well the seeds sprouted, so they should work fine for coating seeds. But, if the VAE is over 70%, the seeds didn't sprout well at all. None of the other samples sprouted well enough after 7 days to meet the standard.     Structural characterization of the blend films revealed good intermolecular compatibility between PVA and VAE after solution blending. The micelles in the PVA solution were opened, and no interface between the two phases was observed, demonstrating the feasibility of using VAE to modify PVA. The performance of PVA/VAE blend films at mass ratios of 80:20 and 70:30 was suitable for rice seed coating applications. Compared with PVA films alone, the introduction of VAE significantly improved the water resistance of the blend films, maintaining suitable water permeability and having no significant effect on seed germination. The method of modifying PVA blends with VAE emulsion is feasible for application in the film-forming agent field of pesticide seed coating agents.   Website: www.elephchem.com Whatsapp: (+)86 13851435272 E-mail: admin@elephchem.com
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  • Preparation and Mechanical Properties of Polyvinyl Alcohol Film
    Aug 14, 2025
    Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a widely used synthetic material. PVA ability to dissolve in water and break down naturally makes it a good choice for packaging films. The main production methods for PVA film are aqueous solution coating and melt blow molding. PVA is hard to shape with heat because it melts at a higher temperature than it decomposes. This is due to the strong links between its molecules and its crystal structure. Therefore, the most important factor in the processing of PVA film is the selection of appropriate additives.   1. Effect of Plasticizer Amount on Tensile Strength, Tear Strength, and Elongation at Break of Polyvinyl Alcohol Film As shown in Figure 1, film ability to resist breaking lessens as more plasticizer is added. This suggests that plasticizers reduce how strong the film is. The plasticizer gel theory explains that when the plasticizer mixes with the resin, it loosens the points where the resin molecules connect. These connections have different strengths. The plasticizer pulls them apart and hides the forces that hold the polymer together. This reduces the secondary forces between the polymer macromolecules, increases the flexibility of the macromolecular chains, and accelerates the relaxation process. Tensile strength goes down as you add more plasticizer. As the amount of plasticizer is increased, the film becomes more flexible and stretches further before breaking. This suggests that plasticizers make the film more pliable. Plasticizers achieve this by weakening the attraction between the large molecules in the polymer. This increased flexibility and longer relaxation period lead to the film ability to stretch further. The data indicates that as more plasticizer is added, the film becomes easier to tear. This likely happens as the plasticizer reduces the film's surface energy and lessens the energy needed for both plastic flow and lasting deformation. These factors, in turn, contribute to the film's reduced resistance to tearing.   2. Effect of Crosslinker Amount on the Tensile Strength, Elongation at Break, and Tear Strength of PVA Film As shown in Figure 3, the film's tensile strength goes up gradually as the amount of crosslinker is increased, during which the elongation at break goes down gradually. When a certain point is reached, the film's tensile strength goes down gradually, while the elongation at break goes up gradually. At first, as more crosslinker is added, the number of working polymer chains goes up, intermolecular forces get stronger, and the polymer chains become less flexible. The ability of the large molecular chains to change shape and rearrange decreases while the chain relaxation is difficult. So, the tensile strength goes up, while the elongation at break goes down. Continuing the use of crosslinkers causes degradation and branching to increase gradually, which decreases the number of working polymer chains, and increases the flexibility of the polymer chains. The ability of the large molecular chains to change shape and rearrange increases, while the chain relaxation becomes easier. As a result, the tensile strength starts to go down again, while the elongation at break goes back up. As shown in Figure 4, the tear strength of the film changes with the amount of crosslinker. At first, it goes up, but then it starts to go down. This happens because when crosslinking starts, more crosslinker helps the polymer network form. This makes the film's surface energy go up gradually. It then needs more energy to spread plastic flow and irreversible viscoelastic processes. Because of this, the film's tear strength gets better as crosslinking happens. But, if there is too much crosslinker with too much polymer broken down, and there are more branching reactions, the tear strength gets worse.   3. Conclusions When you add more plasticizer, PVA film becomes less strong but stretches and tears more easily. When you add more crosslinker, film strength and resistance to tearing improve at first, but then weaken, while its ability to stretch keeps getting better.   Website: www.elephchem.com Whatsapp: (+)86 13851435272 E-mail: admin@elephchem.com
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  • How Can Polyvinyl Alcohol Enhance the Performance of Adhesive Products?
    Jun 18, 2024
    Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA), as a water-soluble synthetic polymer, offers excellent adhesive properties, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications. One key advantage of PVA is its ability to form a strong bond between different materials, including wood, paper, and fabrics. This attribute makes PVA Adhesive highly suitable for woodworking projects, where a strong and durable bond is required.   For woodworkers, Polyvinyl Alcohol for Woodworking opens up new possibilities. Its water-soluble nature allows for easy application and cleanup, while providing a strong bond between wood surfaces. Whether it's joining pieces of furniture, laminating wooden panels, or creating intricate woodcraft, PVA-based adhesives ensure a reliable and long-lasting bond.   In the paper-making industry, the demand for efficient and high-quality adhesive solutions is crucial. Polyvinyl Alcohol Glue for Paper Making offers excellent performance characteristics, boosting both the efficiency and quality of the production process. When applied as a coating on paper, PVA adhesive ensures improved strength, dimensional stability, and printability. Additionally, it provides excellent resistance to moisture, heat, and chemicals, enhancing the overall durability of paper products.   The versatility of PVA extends to the manufacturing of Polyvinyl Alcohol Film. This transparent, flexible film exhibits excellent adhesive properties, making it an essential component for various industries. From packaging materials to labels, PVA Film ensures secure adhesion while maintaining the integrity and appearance of the product.   Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA 100-27H & PVA 1799H), with its unique properties, enhances the performance of adhesive products in numerous applications. Whether it's in woodworking, paper making, or other industries, PVA-based adhesives offer strong bonds, improved durability, and ease of use. As a supplier of PVA products, we can provide tailored solutions to meet the specific requirements of your adhesive applications.   Website: www.elephchem.com Whatsapp: (+)86 13851435272 E-mail: admin@elephchem.com ElephChem Holding Limited, professional market expert in Polyvinyl Alcohol(PVA) and Vinyl Acetate–ethylene Copolymer Emulsion(VAE) with strong recognition and excellent plant facilities of international standards.  
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  • Application of Polyvinyl Alcohol(PVA) & Usage of Polyvinyl Alcohol(PVA)
    Nov 26, 2019
    ElephChem Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a versatile polymer with a wide range of applications due to its unique combination of properties, including water solubility, film-forming ability, and adhesion. Here are some common applications of ElephChem Polyvinyl Alcohol:   1.Adhesives: ElephChem PVA is widely used in the formulation of water-based adhesives. It provides excellent adhesion to various surfaces, making it suitable for woodworking, paper bonding, and packaging applications.   2.Paper Industry: ElephChem PVA is used as a surface sizing agent in the paper industry. It improves the surface properties of paper, such as smoothness and printability.   3.Textile Industry: In the textile industry, ElephChem PVA is used as a sizing agent to add strength and flexibility to fibers during the weaving process. It is also employed in the production of warp yarns.   4.Emulsion Polymerization: ElephChem PVA is used in emulsion polymerization processes to stabilize and control the particle size of latex polymers. It serves as a protective colloid in the synthesis of latex dispersions.   5.Packaging Films: ElephChem PVA is utilized in the production of water-soluble packaging films. These films are environmentally friendly and find applications in single-dose packaging for detergents, agrochemicals, and other products.   6.Textile Sizing: ElephChem PVA is used as a sizing agent for warp yarns in the textile industry. It imparts strength and lubrication during the weaving process.   7.Construction Industry: ElephChem PVA is incorporated into cement-based formulations as a cement modifier. It enhances the adhesion and workability of cementitious materials, such as mortar and concrete.   8.Release Agents:  ElephChem PVA is used as a release agent in the production of molded objects, such as rubber and plastic components. It prevents adhesion of the molded product to the mold surface.   9.Medical Applications: ElephChem PVA is used in the medical field for applications such as the production of hydrogel-based wound dressings and controlled drug delivery systems.   10.Photographic Films: ElephChem PVA is used as a protective colloid in the manufacturing of photographic emulsions. It contributes to the stability and dispersibility of silver halide crystals.   11.Coatings and Paints: ElephChem PVA is employed as a binder in water-based coatings and paints. It enhances film formation, adhesion, and flexibility.   12.Water-Soluble Films: ElephChem PVA is used to produce water-soluble films for various applications, including packaging of detergents, dyes, and agrochemicals. These films dissolve in water, leaving no residue.   These applications showcase the versatility of polyvinyl alcohol across diverse industries. The specific grade and characteristics of ElephChem PVA can be tailored to meet the requirements of each application, making it a valuable polymer in the manufacturing sector.
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