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Product Advantage
PVP/VA copolymer, as a polymer material, exhibits stable chemical properties and is safe, non-toxic, non-irritating, and has a mild odor.
The molecular chain of PVP/VA contains both hydrophilic pyrrolidone groups and hydrophobic vinyl acetate groups. This unique structure endows the copolymer with good water solubility as well as a certain degree of water resistance.
PVP/VA copolymer has excellent binding ability, film-forming properties, and surface activity. It is compatible with other polymers and can form stable composite systems.1.PVP/VA copolymer, as a polymer material, exhibits stable chemical properties and is safe, non-toxic, non-irritating, and has a mild odor.
Technical Parameters
Product Name | Copovidone (VA64) |
USP/EP name | Copovidone, |
INCI | 25086-89-9 |
Appearance properties | White to light yellow free flowing powder, good fluidity, tasteless or slightly characteristic odor; |
Powder moisture absorption is less than K30, soluble in water, ethanol and other organic solvents, lower than K30 glass transition temperature, can form a transparent water soluble film; | |
Product standards | meet USP3/NF, EP, BP, JPE |
Product Uses
1. Film-Forming Properties: PVP/VA copolymer has excellent film-forming properties, making it useful in various applications where the formation of thin, flexible films is desired. It can form transparent or translucent films on surfaces.
2. Adhesive and Binder: PVP/VA copolymer is commonly used as an adhesive and binder in various products. It can improve the adhesion of different materials, such as fibers, surfaces, or particles, and provide cohesive strength to the final product.
3. Hair Care Products: PVP/VA copolymer is widely used in hair care products, including hair sprays, gels, mousses, and styling products. It provides hold,flexibility, and humidity resistance to hairstyles. It can also enhance the overall manageability and appearance of the hair.
4. Pharmaceutical Applications: PVP/VA copolymer is utilized in pharmaceutical formulations as a binder, film former, and stabilizer. It helps in tablet formulation by improving tablet integrity, disintegration, and controlled release properties. It can also be used in oral suspensions and topical formulations.
5. Cosmetics and Personal Care Products: PVP/VA copolymer is found in various cosmetics and personal care products. It is used in makeup products, such as foundations and mascaras, to improve adhesion, wearability, and water resistance. It is also used in creams, lotions, and sunscreens to enhance texture,stability, and film-forming properties.
6. Industrial Applications: PVP/VA copolymer has industrial applications as well. It is used in adhesives, coatings, inks, and paints to provide adhesion, film formation, and flexibility.
FAQ
What are the applications and functions of VP/VA copolymer in hair styling products?
VP/VA copolymer is a good choice for hair styling products. It is mainly used as film forming agent and viscosity regulator in product formulation, such as hair styling products gel, mousse, hair spray and so on.
What are the key properties and advantages of copovidone compared to PVP and PVAC?
Since the molecular structure of copovidone is a copolymer of NVP and VA, it combines the properties of both PVP and PVAC.Compared with the three products mentioned above, copovidone retains the excellent water solubility, binding ability, and film-forming properties of PVP, while exhibiting significantly lower hygroscopicity, a broader solubility range, better plasticity, and stronger surface activity than PVP.
