Celvol® is a brand name for a type of polyvinyl alcohol copolymer. Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a synthetic polymer that is soluble in water. It is made by the polymerization of vinyl acetate, followed by the hydrolysis of the acetate groups to form alcohol groups.

Celvol® Polyvinyl Alcohol Copolymer is a versatile material that finds applications in various industries. It is commonly used as a film-forming agent, adhesive, emulsion stabilizer, thickener, and binder. Its properties include high tensile strength, excellent film-forming characteristics, good adhesion, and chemical stability.

Some common applications of Celvol® Polyvinyl Alcohol Copolymer include:

1. Adhesives: It is used as a binder in the formulation of adhesives for paper, textiles, and packaging materials.

2. Packaging: PVA films made from Celvol® are used in the packaging industry for products that require a barrier against moisture and oxygen.

3. Textiles: It is used in textile sizing formulations to improve the strength and smoothness of fibers during weaving.

4. Paper: PVA is used as a surface sizing agent for paper and as an additive in paper coatings to enhance printability and surface smoothness.

5. Construction: It is used in the construction industry as a binder in cement-based products, such as tile adhesives and grouts.

6. Pharmaceuticals: PVA is used in the pharmaceutical industry as a binder in tablet formulations and as a coating agent for drug delivery systems.

7. Personal Care: It is used in cosmetic and personal care products, such as hair sprays, mousses, and lotions, for its film-forming and thickening properties.

8. Emulsion Polymerization: PVA can be used as a protective colloid and stabilizer in emulsion polymerization processes.