Pharmaceutical Grade Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) for Tablet Coating | High Purity Film Former, GMP Compliant, CDE Registered

Our Pharmaceutical Grade Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) is a high-purity, water-soluble synthetic polymer widely used as a pharmaceutical excipient. It conforms to major pharmacopoeias including USP-NF, EP, JP, and ChP, with CDE registration (F20209990114). PVA serves as an excellent film-forming agent for tablet coating, binder for wet granulation, thickener for ophthalmic solutions, and emulsifier/stabilizer in various formulations. It offers superior moisture barrier properties, high adhesive strength, and excellent chemical stability. Available in partially hydrolyzed grade (85-89 mol%) with controlled viscosity (4.6-6.0 mPa·s for 4% solution). Manufactured under GMP-compliant facilities, suitable for oral, topical, and ophthalmic pharmaceutical applications.

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Pharmaceutical Grade Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA)

Product Overview

Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) is a water-soluble synthetic polymer widely recognized as a versatile and essential excipient in the pharmaceutical industry . Our pharmaceutical-grade PVA is manufactured under strict GMP guidelines, ensuring high purity, consistent quality, and full compliance with international pharmacopoeia standards.

Product Identity:

Chemical Name: Polyvinyl Alcohol
CAS Number: 9002-89-5
CDE Registration No.: F20209990114
Pharmacopoeia Compliance: ChP, USP-NF, EP, JP
Grade: Partially Hydrolyzed (85-89 mol%)
Viscosity (4% solution, 20°C): 4.6-6.0 mPa·s

Key Features & Benefits

1. Excellent Film-Forming Properties

Forms dense, strong, and flexible films ideal for tablet coating
Provides superior moisture and oxygen barrier protection, enhancing product stability and shelf-life
Good odor masking ability

2. High Binding Strength

Effective binder for wet granulation at low concentrations (2-5%)
Produces tablets with high hardness and low friability
Prevents capping, especially in high drug load formulations

3. Versatile Functionality

Thickener/stabilizer for ophthalmic solutions and artificial tears
Emulsifier for emulsions and topical formulations
Base material for gel patches and transdermal delivery systems
Matrix former for sustained-release oral dosage forms
Solubility-enhancing polymer for amorphous solid dispersions (enabled by advanced processing technologies)

4. Superior Physical Properties

Non-ionic polymer with pH-independent solubility – ensures consistent performance across gastrointestinal tract
Chemically stable and non-toxic
Low viscosity enables high solid content in coating suspensions and granulation fluids, improving processing efficiency
No peroxides – suitable for sensitive APIs