Product Description: Polyvinyl alcohol (Mw 13000-23000, 98% hydrolyzed), also known as PVA, is a vinyl water-soluble polymer that can be used as a non-ionic surfactant. It can also be used as a biodegradable polymer and can be used in adhesives, coatings, textiles, ceramics and cosmetics[1].
Formula: (C2H4O)x
References: [1]DeMerlis CC, et al. Review of the oral toxicity of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA). Food Chem Toxicol. 2003 Mar;41(3):319-26.
CAS Number: 9002-89-5
Molecular Weight: 13000-23000 (Approximately)
Research Area: Others; Cancer
Solubility: 10 mM in DMSO
Target: Biochemical Assay Reagents