A distinct characteristic of Water-soluble POVAL FILM is that it dissolves quickly in water. We offer a lineup with various brands for use according to application. Industrial-use POVAL FILM is being put to use in a wide range of applications including as mold-release film.
Water-soluble POVAL FILM, a green solution that has done away with the bothersome disposal of used packaging
Application
From cold-water soluble items to those that dissolve in hot water, KURARAY POVAL FILM has a lineup of brands according to the needs of an application. We also offer alkaline-resistant POVAL FILM that uses a modified POVAL developed by KURARAY as its raw material.
POVAL FILM has superior properties that make it less susceptible to damage by stretching, tearing, and impact.
POVAL FILM is characterized by its resistance towards animal, plant and mineral oils, and other lipids, as well as organic solvents and hydrocarbons. It is also not easily permeable. (Note, however, that there are a limited number of organic solvents such as glycols, DMSO, and phenols, that would dissolve POVAL FILM.)
Has high gas-barrier properties toward oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, carbon dioxide, and other gases in a low-humidity environment. Also has good aroma retention.
POVAL FILM can be easily heat-sealed in the same manner as other films like polyethylene. It has adequate mechanical strength and is suitable for bag-making as well as filling work. Filling-related problems that occur with low-density agricultural chemicals, etc., will be reduced because it is not easily electrostatically charged.
It is easy to print on the film with aqueous ink.
There are many possibilities for applications of industrial-use POVAL FILM.
Contact us for further details related to applications.
Because Water-soluble POVAL FILM has a water-soluble property, please take the following precautions.
Because Water-soluble POVAL FILM has a hygroscopic property, take the fullest care when using or storing under conditions of high temperatures and high humidity.
In regards to the packaging of specific chemicals as well as highly acidic or strong-base substances, depending on the Water-soluble POVAL FILM brand, the film may become insoluble. Please consult us in advance.
Handle with care and be sure not to touch the film with wet hand. Ensure that droplets of perspiration, saliva, water, etc., do not fall on the film.
If stored under frigid warehouse conditions and brought into a warm work area, do not unpack until 48 hours or more have passed.
Please handle carefully after thoroughly reading the cautionary notes and material safety data sheets (MSDS) published by KURARAY.
Because hydrophilic raw materials are used in industrial-use POVAL FILM, take the following precautions.
Because the industrial-use POVAL FILM has a hygroscopic property, take sufficient heed when using or storing under conditions of high temperature and high humidity or low temperature and low humidity.
Handle with care and be sure not to touch the film with wet hand. Ensure that droplets of perspiration, saliva, water, etc., do not fall on the film.
If stored under frigid warehouse conditions and brought into a warm work area, do not unpack until 48 hours or more have passed.
Please handle carefully after thoroughly reading the cautionary notes and material safety data sheets (MSDS) published by KURARAY.
In Japan, Water-soluble POVAL FILM is used as packaging for so-called "jumbo formulations" in which packaged herbicide granules are thrown directly into rice paddies. Overseas, it is widely used as packaging for wettable powders, such as insecticides and disinfectants.