KURARAY POVAL™: Your Solution to Microplastics

Our KURARAY POVAL™ grades with a degree of hydrolysis < 92 mol% have a solubility greater than 2 g/L, in accordance with the regulation (EU) No. 2023/2055 Appendix 16 they are exempted from the synthetic polymer microparticles definition.

KURARAY POVAL™: Your Solution to Microplastics


What Makes KURARAY POVAL™ the Best Choice?

Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH or PVA) is a versatile polymer known for its exceptional film-forming, water solubility, emulsifying, and adhesive properties. At Kuraray, we produce high-quality PVOH that serves a wide range of industries, from agriculture to paper and beyond.

Navigating the challenges of environmental sustainability, it is crucial for industries to prioritize materials that meet regulatory standards and contribute to a cleaner, greener future. With our well-selected product portfolio of KURARAY POVAL™, we aim to support this mission.

Why is microplastics an issue?

Microplastics are a growing environmental concern, they are very small plastic particles in size that can spread in rivers, seas, and soil and do not decompose naturally. When fish and other animals ingest them, they can enter the human body through the food chain. 

These tiny plastic particles can be even found in the air we breathe, raising awareness about their accumulation in the human body through inhalation. However, not all polymers are considered microplastics.

Why is microplastics an issue?
KURARAY POVAL™ and Microplastics Regulation

KURARAY POVAL™ and Microplastics Regulation

At Kuraray, we are committed to sustainability. In line with Regulation (EU) No. 2023/2055, which sets definitions and defines testing methods for synthetic polymer microparticles, we have tested our products. In accordance with Regulation (EU) No. 2023/2055 Appendix 16, our KURARAY POVAL™ polymers with a solubility of more than 2 g/L are exempted from the synthetic polymer microparticles definition.

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