Description

P(Va-Co-Nvp) is a specialized terpolymer composed of vinyl acetate, crotonic acid, and N-vinylpyrrolidone. This unique composition provides a versatile platform of properties, including excellent film-forming capability, adhesion, and compatibility with a wide range of substrates and formulations. It is a critical raw material for industries requiring advanced polymeric performance, such as adhesives, coatings, and personal care products.

Application

• Hair Styling & Fixative Products: A key film-forming agent in mousses, gels, and hairsprays, providing strong hold, humidity resistance, and excellent gloss.
• Adhesive Formulations: Used in pressure-sensitive and remoistenable adhesives for labels, tapes, and packaging due to its strong adhesion and flexibility.
• Coatings & Inks: Acts as a binder and film-former in specialty coatings, printing inks, and overprint varnishes, enhancing gloss, rub resistance, and substrate adhesion.
• Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Films: Employed in the production of peelable films for transdermal patches, mask packs, and other cosmetic delivery systems.
• Textile & Fiber Sizing: Provides a protective, lubricating coating on fibers and yarns to improve processing and weaving performance.
• Paper Coatings: Enhances the surface strength, printability, and gloss of high-quality paper and paperboard.

Basic Information

Product Name	P(Va-Co-Nvp)
CAS No.	26008-54-8
Molecular Formula	(C₄H₆O₂·C₄H₆O₂·C₆H₉NO)x
Molecular Weight	Variable (Polymer)
Synonyms	Vinyl Acetate Crotonic Acid N-Vinylpyrrolidone Terpolymer; VA/CA/NVP Terpolymer; Poly(vinyl acetate-co-crotonic acid-co-N-vinylpyrrolidone); P(VA/CA/NVP); Acetic acid ethenyl ester, polymer with 2-butenoic acid and 1-ethenyl-2-pyrrolidinone; Gantrez® V series polymer (related); Fixomer polymer; Hair fixative polymer A-1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our P(Va-Co-Nvp) is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent composition, viscosity, solids content, and performance characteristics. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Solid Content)	≥ 95.0%
Viscosity (specific concentration)	To be specified per grade
Residual Monomers (HPLC)	< 0.5%
pH (in solution)	3.0 - 6.0
Loss on Drying	< 5.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.