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Organic Chemicals

Polyvinyl Alcohol

RA002094 CAS 9002-89-5 For Synthesis

Identity

Product code
RA002094
CAS number
9002-89-5
Grade
For Synthesis
Molecular formula
(-C2H4O)n
Molecular weight
Approx. 1,15,000

Classification

Applications
Organic Synthesis

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Solid —
Viscosity at 40°C [mm2/s] 4 - 35 mm2/s mm2/s
Colour Colourless granules —
Odour Mild odor —
pH value 5 - 7 —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] 200 °C °C
Decomposition point [°C] 228 °C °C
Flash point [°C] Min 113 °C °C
Density [g/cm3] 1.269 g/cm3 g/cm3
Solubility in water [% weight] Soluble in water —

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit
Appearance Colorless translucent granules —
Degree of polymerisation 1700 - 1800 —
Viscosity 25 - 32 cP cP
Hydrolysis (mole %) 98 - 99 —
Volatile matter Max 5 % %
Ash content Max 0.7 % %
pH 5 - 7 —

Packaging

Pack size SKU
25 kg RA002094-PK-25KG
500 g RA002094-PK-500G
5 kg RA002094-PK-5KG