PVM/MA Copolymer (Solvent Soluble, 0.1-0.5 Viscosity, 0.13-0.2MDaltons)
a copolymer of methyl vinyl ether and maleic anhydride. It is a water-insoluble white powder that can be easily dispersed in water where the polymeric anhydride hydrolyzes to produce a transparent solution of the free acid
PVM/MA Copolymer (polymeric anhydride form)
Chemical: Poly(Methyl vinyl ether/Maleic Anhydride) Copolymer
Non-Water soluble, soluble in THF, Acetone
a copolymer of methyl vinyl ether and maleic anhydride. It is a water-insoluble white powder that can be easily dispersed in water where the polymeric anhydride hydrolyzes to produce a transparent solution of the free acid. PVM/MA Copolymer (polymeric anhydride form) is used as a base polymer for making bioadhesives for denture adhesives.
Use: for Bioadhesives
Mixing method: Soluble in solvents such as THF, Acetone
Product characteristics: white to off-white powder
Solubility: can disperse in water, dissolve in THF and Acetone
Storage: Store in a cool place (6-15 degrees). Close the bottle tightly. completely out of the sun The product has a minimum shelf life of 24 months from the date of manufacture.
INCI Name : PVM/MA Copolymer
- Room (25-40C)
- 24 Months from manufacturing or testing date.
- 0.10% - 0.10%
- 0.10%
- Add into water phase. Heat tolerant.
- Avoid heat above 80C
- 3.00 - 10.00
- Dispersible in water
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| Test Name | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specific Viscosity (SV, 1% in acetone solution) | 0.1-0.5 |
| Molecular weight (million) | 0.13-0.2 |
| Appearance | White to off-white free flowing powder |
| Volatiles % | 2.0 Max |
| Active % | 98 Min |
| Residual maleic anhydride (in-process spot test) | Negative |
| Tap density (g/cm3) | 0.34-0.45 |